Dominique Turner
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Providence police hand out free wheel locks to Kia, Hyundai drivers amid theft trend
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Police nationwide are warming Kia and Hyundai drivers of a viral social media trend that teaches thieves how to steal these vehicles. Providence police say they’re trying to help combat that by giving away free wheel locks to the community. “When these juveniles see these deterrents on these cars, they’ll think twice or they’ll go somewhere... → Read More
'The public deserves it': District Attorney Quinn urging for reform of Massachusetts' dangerousness statute
FALL RIVER, Mass. (WLNE) — Bristol County District Attorney Thomas Quinn wants to see changes within the dangerousness statue in hopes of keeping dangerous criminals off the streets, protecting lives of innocent citizens. “You commit a new crime, it shouldn’t be a kindergarten time-out for 90 days and back on the street, if you’ve got the cash to make it,”... → Read More
Juvenile arrested after he hit, ran over Fall River police officer with ATV
FALL RIVER, Mass. (WLNE) — Fall River police arrested a juvenile who hit a police officer with an ATV Friday night. Police said while the 17-year-old male was illegally driving an ATV, he ‘failed to comply with police’ during a traffic stop. The teen fled and struck a officer, dragging him an ‘unspecified’ distance before knocking him to the ground... → Read More
Human remains found at Central Falls construction site possibly tied to mid-1990s
CENTRAL FALLS, R.I. (WLNE) — The human remains found at a Central Falls construction site in late October may not be as old as investigators originally thought. The gruesome discovery of human remains initially had many pointing towards the former Sportsman Lounge. The business once sat at the Sheridan Street location, and was known as one of New England’s largest... → Read More
RI State Police: Juvenile female dies in early morning crash on I-95
RICHMOND, R.I. (WLNE) — Rhode Island State Police said a juvenile died after a crash on I-95 early Sunday morning. State Police said at 4:08 a.m. on Sunday, troopers were called to a single-vehicle crash on I-95 North near Exit 3 in Richmond. At the scene, police found a 2017 Chevrolet Malibu on the right shoulder of the highway. The... → Read More
Local police departments head to CT for funeral services for 2 fallen officers
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — The Providence Police Department plans on sending 35 officers to East Hartford on Friday for the funeral services for Lieutenant Dustin Demonte and Sergeant Alex Hamzy. The two Connecticut police officers were killed in the line of duty last week after receiving a phony report of a domestic disturbance. They were ambushed and shot when they... → Read More
Local law enforcement react to tragedy in Bristol after 2 officers ambushed, killed
CRANSTON, R.I. (WLNE) — Police across New England mourned the loss of their own on Thursday, after Bristol, Connecticut Police Sergeant Dustin Demonte and Officer Alex Hamzy were shot and killed overnight in a suspected ambush-style attack. “It’s the call that you never want to get in the middle of the night,” said Cranston Police Department’s Colonel Michael Winquist. “Sometimes,... → Read More
Man hospitalized after stabbing in Providence
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — A man is recovering in the hospital after being stabbed in a Providence apartment complex Thursday evening. Just before 6 p.m., police were called to Park West Apartments on Montgomery Avenue for a report of a stabbing. ABC6 News crews on scene witnessed a dozen Providence police cruisers outside of the apartment. Police tell me the... → Read More
Providence police see rise in fentanyl on city's streets
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — It may look like candy, but just one pill of what’s being called ‘rainbow fentanyl’, can be deadly. The United States Drug Enforcement Administration recently put out a warning about the emergence of this new colorful drug that’s being seen across the country. Members of the Providence Police Department’s Narcotics Bureau said they’ve seen a similar... → Read More
Police: 17-year-old shot in Providence
This is a file image of a Providence police cruiser. (WLNE) PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Police are investigating after a teenager was shot Saturday night. Providence police said they responded to Salmon and Richland streets just after 10:30 p.m. Saturday for a shooting. Investigators said a 17-year-old boy was shot. He was taken to Rhode Island Hospital. The victim’s condition... → Read More
Randolph police find missing man
RANDOLPH, Mass. (WLNE) — A Randolph man that went missing Saturday afternoon has now been found. Chief Anthony Marag said just before 3 p.m. that Randolph police and its law enforcement partners located the man. Police said 78-year-old Leoma Juste was last seen in the south end of Randolph wearing glasses, a black scally cap, a gray sweatshirt, dark shorts,... → Read More
Randolph police searching for missing man
RANDOLPH, Mass. (WLNE) — Police in Randolph are asking the public for help in their search for a missing man. Police said 78-year-old Leoma Juste was last seen in the south end of Randolph wearing glasses, a black scally cap, a gray sweatshirt, dark shorts, and blue Fila sandals. Juste only speaks Haitian Creole and may appear confused due to... → Read More
Gov. McKee tests positive for COVID-19
McKee speaking at a press conference. (WLNE)PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Governor Dan McKee announced he tested positive for COVID-19 Saturday night. “Late yesterday evening, Governor McKee tested positive for COVID-19. He only has minor symptoms because he is vaccinated and twice boosted,” a spokesperson wrote in a statement Sunday. The spokesperson said Gov. McKee has started taking antiviral… → Read More
Pedestrian struck, killed on Rt. 140 in New Bedford
Massachusetts State Police. (WLNE)NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WLNE) — A pedestrian was killed in an accident in New Bedford Saturday morning. According to Massachusetts State Police, at 2:36 a.m. a caller reported that a pedestrian had been struck by a vehicle on Route 140 northbound near the Kings Highway exit. When Troopers got to the scene they found the pedestrian who... → Read More
RI leaders warn of price gouging at the pump
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — State leaders spoke out about the price gouging of gas prices Wednesday, with stern warnings to oil companies who pocket the excess profits. According to AAA Northeast, gas prices fell in Rhode Island for the ninth straight week with an average of $4.19 per gallon across the state. On Wednesday, Governor Dan McKee warned local gas... → Read More
State Police identify Massachusetts man killed in motorcycle crash on I-95
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Rhode Island State Police have identified the motorcyclist killed in a crash on I-95 on Saturday. State Police said 58-year-old Michael Morrissey of Sharon, Massachusetts, was driving south in the high speed lane in Providence when he lost control of his motorcycle and hit the barrier in the center median. Morrissey was thrown from the motorcycle... → Read More
Providence Police Explorers hold car wash fundraiser Saturday
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Members of the Providence Explorers Program held a car wash fundraiser on Saturday in effort to raise money for the program. Donations from the car wash will fund Explorers’ uniforms and team building activities. The program focuses on helping local young adults learn about law enforcement and challenges them to become responsible citizens within their community.... → Read More
Charlestown kicks-off 37th annual seafood festival Friday
CHARLESTOWN, R.I. (WLNE) — The Charlestown Seafood Festival is back for it’s 37th year. The Seafood Festival is the biggest fundraiser for the Charlestown Chamber of Commerce, and funds raised go to the town’s mission to support local businesses and boost tourism. “This event supports almost everything we do for the community. The Charlestown Seafood Festival is our primary fundraiser,”... → Read More
Man hospitalized after shooting in Central Falls
File: Central Falls Police CENTRAL FALLS, R.I. (WLNE) — A man was hospitalized after being shot in Central Falls Sunday morning. Police said they responded to the area of Dexter and Hunt streets for a report of a fight and possible shots fired around 3:30 a.m. Sunday. Police said later, an officer found a man suffering from a gunshot wound... → Read More
Aquapalooza returns to Potters Cove Saturday
PORTSMOUTH, R.I. (WLNE) — The long-running Rhode Island tradition, Aquapalooza, returns Saturday. The event draws thousands of boaters, providing a party atmosphere on the water. This year, with no restrictions like we’ve seen in years past, law enforcement expect a big turnout and plan to have a zero tolerance policy. Police from Portsmouth, Newport, Warwick, Providence, and Bristol, as well... → Read More