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CTV News
2 days ago
- CTV News
18 drivers caught using their cell phones: Windsor police
Members of the Windsor Police Traffic Enforcement Unit conducted a distracted driving blitz at several locations across Windsor. Officers say a total of 41 tickets were issued for various offences, including 18 for drivers caught using their cellphones while behind the wheel. 'Distracted driving endangers not only your safety but the safety of everyone on the road. Please stay focused, put your phone away, and make safe driving your priority,' says a social media post from police.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
Revere community mourns death of retired police officer who died in fire
The Revere community is mourning the death of 77-year-old retired city Police Officer Richard 'Richie' Serino, who was killed in a fire in the city Tuesday afternoon. A passerby called 911 to report the fire at a multi-family home on Washington Avenue just before 4:40 p.m., the State Fire Marshal's Office said previously. Firefighters got the 'fast moving' flames under control and pulled Serino from the house, but he was later declared dead at a hospital. Revere community members describe Serino as 'an icon' in his community who was 'well-respected.' He became a city police officer in 1979 and spent 34 years working for the department before retiring in 2013, according to Revere police. Serino served as a motorcycle officer in the police department's Traffic Unit for much of his career in law enforcement, according to Revere police. Interim Revere Police Chief Maria LaVita described him as 'quick-witted and always smiling' in a Wednesday press release. Read more: Retired Revere police officer dies after fire tears through home 'Richie was a proud United States Marine and dedicated his career to serving and protecting the City of Revere, the community he loved so deeply,' the police department wrote in a Facebook post. Revere Mayor Patrick Keefe said in a statement mourning Serino's death that the city's residents will miss driving by Serino's 'legendary' holiday decorations. 'Richie Serino was a community staple, who took pride in his home and his family. He comes from a lineage of Reverians with a rich history in public service, and we are grateful for his, and his family's, contributions to the betterment of our city,' Keefe said in the statement. Among those Serino leaves behind are his wife, Trudy, and his son, John Serino, who is a Revere firefighter. Read more: Ex-Revere police officer dead after 'fast-moving' house fire identified 'Richie wasn't just a proud Marine or a veteran Revere police officer, he was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and a friend to so many,' Revere State Rep. Jessica Giannino, D-16th Suffolk, said in a Facebook post. Giannino described Serino as 'a community staple' whose family has been friends with hers for generations. She was honored to help celebrate his service to the Revere community at the Massachusetts State House just a few weeks ago, she said. Serino 'dedicated his life to his country and his City' and 'worked to keep the streets safe for our residents,' Revere City Councilor-at-Large Bob Haas said in a statement to MassLive. Revere City Councilor-at-Large Michelle Kelley described him as 'a cherished public servant whose dedication touched countless lives' in her own statement. 'His genuine kindness, quiet dedication, and unwavering integrity touched everyone he encountered,' former Revere City Councilor-at-Large Steve Morabito said in a Facebook post. Starfires score 7, stifle late rally to knock off FCBL-leading Bravehearts Powerball: See the winning numbers in Wednesday's $101 million drawing Max Scherzer and Tanner Houck face Triple A at Polar Park Worcester man charged with murder in fatal stabbing of college student from 2008 Two found shot dead inside Brockton home in apparent domestic murder-suicide Read the original article on MassLive.
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Yahoo
Man arrested, charged in Dec. crash through Square
A Rutherford County man has been arrested in relation to a high speed crash on the downtown Lebanon Square in December. Evidence from the incident was presented to the Wilson County Grand Jury by the Lebanon Police Department's Traffic Unit, resulting in Brandin Veloz, 21, of Murfreesboro being indicted. Veloz was arrested and booked into the Wilson County Jail Friday, May 30. In the early morning hours of Sunday, Dec. 15, officers responded to the Square and discovered a white Cadillac sped through the center island of the roundabout, narrowly avoiding the Gen. Robert Hatton statue and also just missing the law offices of Lowery, Lowery & Cherry. According to a press release by LPD, Veloz is the alleged driver and was traveling at approximately 89 mph at the point of initial impact. Police said the crash scene stretched more than 700 feet. Debris from the crash shattered the windows of nearby businesses and inflicted other property damage. Veloz and a passenger sustained injuries during the impact. Police believed alcohol was a contributing factor in addition to the nearly 90 mph speed. LPD had a 360-degree camera set up on the square to monitor traffic during the holiday season, which captured video of the crash. Veloz was charged with speeding, reckless endangerment and two counts of DUI. He was released on a $5,000 bond just hours after his booking. He is scheduled for an arraignment hearing on Aug. 11.
CTV News
03-06-2025
- General
- CTV News
Driver calls mom for a ride after being charged with stunt driving in Ottawa
An Ottawa driver had to call their mother to come pick them up after being caught speeding 51 kilometres over the speed limit in Manotick. The Ottawa Police Service's Traffic Escort and Enforcement Unit charged several drivers for stunt driving over the weekend. Police say a driver was observed going 101 km/h in a 50 km/h zone along McCordick Road on Sunday. 'Nothing like needing your mother to come pick you up after being caught doing 101 in a 50 km/h zone along McCordick Road…(flying past a resident out trimming his lawn),' police said on X. 'Turning what should have been a relaxing Sunday afternoon into a significantly more consequential day.' The driver was charged with stunt driving, which includes a 30-day licence suspension, and the vehicle impounded for 14 days. Nothing like needing your mother to come pick you up after being caught doing 101 in a 50km/h zone along McCordick Rd…(flying past a resident out trimming his lawn) turning what should have been a relaxing Sunday afternoon into a significantly more consequential day. #Stunt — OPS Traffic Escort & Enforcement Unit (@OPSTrafficCM) June 2, 2025 Police say officers also caught drivers going 62 km/h, 67 km/h, and 57 km/h over the posted speed limits along Greenbank, Strandherd and Liembank Roads this weekend. 'OPS Traffic Escort & OPP officers continue to take a zero-tolerance approach to late-night high-speed, high-risk & disruptive behaviour as part of OPS' Residents Matter initiative,' police said.
CTV News
30-05-2025
- General
- CTV News
Three stunt driving charges laid in as many days
A Windsor police cruiser seen in Windsor, Ont. on Dec. 14, 2024. (Robert Lothian/CTV News Windsor) The Windsor police have laid three stunt driving charges in three days. Most recently, a G2 driver was charged with stunt driving after allegedly being clocked going 96 km/h in a 50 km/h zone on Wyandotte Street East Friday morning. The 17-year-old's license was suspended for 30 days and their vehicle was impounded for 14 days. The Traffic Enforcement Unit said it is working to raise awareness about the potential dangers of excessive speeding and performing stunts on the road.
