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MassLive: Fake Adderall joins vapes as growing danger for high schoolers. These teens are fighting back
Fake Adderall joins vapes as growing danger for high schoolers. These teens are fighting backStudents told MassLive it’s not uncommon to see multiple people vaping in the school bathroom. But there’s another – more deadly – danger teens are facing.
Hampden DA hosts Annual Youth Advisory Board Conference, Showcasing Leadership and Vision of Western Mass. Students
May 2, 2025 – Springfield, Massachusetts – The Hampden District Attorney’s Youth Advisory Board held its annual conference on May 1 at the Basketball Hall of Fame, bringing together 55 exceptional students from 24 high schools across Western Massachusetts to present yearlong projects addressing critical issues facing today’s youth. Hosted by District Attorney Anthony Gulluni, the […]
MassLive: ‘They give me a lot of hope’: High schoolers honored as ‘valuable resource’ for DA
‘ They give me a lot of hope’: High schoolers honored as ‘valuable resource’ for DAA Massachusetts DA has a new set of spokespeople for high schoolers on the dangers of vaping, sexual assault and bullying: fellow students.
District Attorney Speaks at Holyoke Taxpayers Association Annual Meeting
April 30, 2025 – Holyoke, Massachusetts – Hampden District Attorney Anthony D. Gulluni addressed members of the Holyoke Taxpayers Association at the organization’s annual meeting on Thursday, April 17 at The Delaney House. The District Attorney spoke about the role of the DA’s office in the community, with a particular focus on the office’s prevention and […]
Victor Oquendo Convicted for First Degree Murder in 2021 Homicide
April 29, 2025 – Springfield, Massachusetts – Hampden District Attorney Anthony D. Gulluni announced the conviction and sentencing of Victor Oquendo, 28, of Belchertown, Massachusetts. A Hampden County jury found Oquendo guilty of first degree murder in the death of Chad Alexander. He was found not guilty for the murder of Charleen Figueroa. On April 16, […]
Students Turn Out for 9th Annual Hoop Up Springfield Tournament and Job Fair
April 28, 2025 – Springfield, Massachusetts – Hampden District Attorney Anthony D. Gulluni’s 9th Annual Hoop Up Springfield Basketball Tournament & Summer Job Fair brought together more than 150 attendees from across Hampden County for a day of athletic competition, career exploration, and community connection at American International College’s Butova Gymnasium on Monday, April 21. The free […]
Victim Identified in Riverfront Park Homicide
April 25, 2025 – Springfield, Massachusetts – At approximately 8 a.m. on Tuesday, April 22, Springfield Police Officers responded to the 1500 block of Hall of Fame Avenue for a report of an unresponsive person near the bike path. The adult female was pronounced deceased shortly after. The victim has been identified as Meggan Meredith, 45 […]
Statement from the District Attorney Regarding Public Safety Concerns
April 24, 2025 – Springfield, Massachusetts – In response to recent incidents of violence in our community, the Hampden District Attorney’s Office recognizes the concern these events have caused and wants to assure the public that our commitment to justice, safety, and transparency remains steadfast. “We understand the unease that comes with such acts of violence, […]
Community Encouraged to Safely Dispose of Unused Medications on National Drug Take Back Day
April 23, 2025 – Chicopee, Massachusetts – In partnership with the Hampden County Sheriff’s Office, the Hampden District Attorney’s Office will participate in National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 26, offering community members a safe, convenient, and responsible way to dispose of unused or expired prescription medications. The event will take place from 10 a.m. […]
