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A 10- to 12-foot great white shark was spotted near Richmond Island in Maine on Monday, prompting police warnings. Drone footage captured the shark swimming in the area, and it was later seen again near Pine Point Beach. Authorities are monitoring the situation and have advised the public to stay informed.
Suffolk County Sheriff Steven Tompkins faces extortion charges for allegedly pressuring a cannabis executive for $50,000. Governor Maura Healey refrained from calling for his resignation, stating she needs more information. Tompkins has held the sheriff position since 2013 and was endorsed by Healey in 2022.
An Everett man faces charges for allegedly vandalizing the Massachusetts State House, linked to a radical pro-Palestinian group. Jermaiah Yusuf Sawaqed, 25, pleaded not guilty and is held on $30,000 bail after being accused of multiple acts of vandalism and possessing a hoax device. Authorities claim Sawaqed is a central figure in a series of politically motivated vandalism incidents.
A 3-year-old boy fell from a third-floor apartment window in Dorchester and was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. First responders found him alert but struggling to breathe, with swelling on the left side of his upper body. Investigators have secured the apartment for further examination.
Three men pleaded guilty to their roles in a burglary ring that targeted homes of Indian and South Asian residents across 25 Massachusetts towns. The group committed 43 break-ins, stealing over $4 million in valuables, including jewelry and cash. Jovan Lemon received a sentence of 10 to 13 years, while Paul Lemon and Steven Berdugo were sentenced to 9 to 12 years.
Michael Felger, host of the 98.5 Felger and Mazz show, revealed he was airlifted to a hospital after a bike accident on Nantucket. He suffered a neck injury when he fell off his bike but did not need surgery after doctors found no damage. Felger expressed gratitude for the medical care he received and acknowledged his error in riding at night.
Chino Police recovered approximately $30,000 worth of stolen Labubu dolls, identifying two minor suspects from the warehouse. The collectibles, which have gained popularity, were found at a residence in Upland, with evidence suggesting plans for resale. Both suspects face charges of burglary and conspiracy.
Massachusetts waste removal services face ongoing disruptions due to a Teamsters strike against Republic Services, prompting Gov. Maura Healey to express her disappointment with the company. Healey's letter to Republic's president highlighted the urgent need for resolution as trash accumulates in several communities. The strike, now in its sixth week, stems from demands for better wages and benefits.
A woman jumped from a second-floor balcony into the arms of police officers to escape a fire in Wrentham. The officers arrived to find the home engulfed in flames and instructed her to leap to safety. She sustained nonlife-threatening injuries and was hospitalized.
Boston police arrested 13 individuals in a human trafficking operation near the notorious Mass. and Cass area on Monday. The initiative aimed to combat sexual exploitation and property crime while addressing the region’s ongoing crises of homelessness and addiction. Authorities emphasized the necessity of enhancing public safety and quality of life for residents.