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crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Mansfield Father Charged in 2-Year-Old Daughter's Fentanyl Poisoning Death"

Michael Ray Reed, a Mansfield father, is accused of failing to safeguard his 2-year-old daughter from fentanyl poisoning, leading to her tragic death. Instead of seeking immediate help, he and his sister allegedly attempted to induce vomiting and ordered an opioid-reversal drug via a food delivery app. The child's mother is calling for justice and urging parents to be vigilant about the deadly consequences of leaving drugs within reach of children. Research shows a significant increase in pediatric deaths from fentanyl in recent years.

natural-disasters2 years ago

Tornadoes wreak havoc across New England

The National Weather Service confirmed that a tornado touched down in the Massachusetts towns of Mansfield, North Attleboro, Stoughton, and Weymouth. Residents described the terrifying experience, with strong winds and sideways rain causing damage to homes and infrastructure. Cleanup efforts will take time, but fortunately, there were no reports of serious injuries.

crime2 years ago

23-year-old man fatally shot in Mansfield, suspect in custody.

A 23-year-old man was shot and killed in a Mansfield home in Massachusetts. William O'Brien, 22, has been charged with carrying an illegal firearm and carrying a loaded illegal firearm in connection with the shooting. The victim was already dead when first responders arrived at the scene. The shooting is being investigated as a homicide, but authorities say there is no reason to believe the public is in danger.

accidents2 years ago

Fatal Mansfield Crash Blamed on Student Driver

A student driver in Massachusetts has been cited for causing a fatal crash near Mansfield High School that killed an 80-year-old passenger in the driver's education vehicle. The student driver failed to yield to oncoming traffic, according to police. The student driver and a passenger were also injured in the crash, while the driver of the other vehicle sustained minor injuries. The crash is under investigation by the Massachusetts State Police Detective Unit.