RECKLESS BICYCLE OPERATION LEADS TO COLLISON

MILFORD – On Wednesday April 29, 2026, at 6:29PM, the Milford Public Safety Communications Center received a 911 call reporting a bicyclist struck by a motor vehicle on East Main Street near Hayward Street.

On arrival officers located a juvenile bike rider sitting on the side of the road reporting pain in his hand following the collision.

“We’re fortunate that no one was seriously injured.” Said Chief of Police Robert Tusino

“The reality is this is another example of the riders in our community ignoring safe bike riding principles leading to another near tragedy. The bicyclist and his companion on the e-bike were seen riding recklessly on the sidewalk and veering in and out of traffic with no concern for oncoming vehicles.”

The bicyclist was transported to Milford regional hospital with minor injuries. “It’s critical that our bicyclists and e-bike riders start practicing safe riding before a tragic event.”

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MILFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT AND MSP INVESTIGATING PAST ASSAULT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY MAY 1ST 2026

MILFORD – On May 1, 2026, the Milford Public Safety Communications Center received a 911 emergency call reporting a past assault at Birmingham Court in Milford. As a result, one male has been taken into custody, while another has been transported to UMASS Memorial Medical Center in Worcester.

The Milford Police Department in conjunction with the Massachusetts State Police are actively investigating the incident. We are asking all non-residents to avoid the Birmingham Court area while the investigation continues.

All parties involved have been accounted for, there is no threat to the public.

Anyone who may have information is encouraged to call the Confidential Tip Line 508-473-3800

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MILFORD RESIDENT ARRESTED FOR EXPOSING HIMSELF AND ASSAULT AND BATTERY

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY APRIL 30TH 2026

MILFORD – On Wednesday April 29, 2026, at approximately 7:47PM, the Milford Public Safety Communications Center received a 911 emergency call reporting a male yelling and exposing his genitalia to the occupants of a vehicle at the intersection of Water Street and Oliver Court.

On-scene officers spoke with three victims, who reported they were stopped at Main Street and Oliver Street when the suspect approached their vehicle and began yelling profanities at them before pulling down his pants and exposing his genitalia. When one of the vehicles occupants confronted the male, he charged at the vehicle and attempted to reach in and grab them.

As a result of the investigation Marcus Gomes-Linhares, 42, of Milford, MA was arrested and charged with the following. • Assault and Battery • Disorderly Conduct • Disturbing the Peace Chapter • Open & Gross Lewdness

Gomes-Linhares was held on $2,500.00 bail and transported to Milford District Court for arraignment this morning.

HOLLISTON MAN CHARGED WITH A&B ON A POLICE OFFICER FOLLOWING OUI CRASH

MILFORD – On Monday April 27, 2026, at approximately 9:50PM, the Milford Public safety communications center received a 911 emergency call reporting a hit and run motor vehicle accident at the Nouria gas station, located at 97 Cedar Street in Milford. The caller stated that a silver Audi SUV struck a vehicle in front of Nouria before leaving toward Fortune Boulevard and crashing again.

Arriving on-scene, officers observed a silver Audi SUV backed into a stone wall on Fortune Boulevard, directly across from Nouria. CCTV footage of the incident showed the vehicle in question traveling in reverse into a parked black pick-up truck before continuing in reverse over a nearby grass island, across Fortune Boulevard before ultimately coming to a halt when colliding with a stone wall.

At approximately 10:08PM, Joseph Marsden, 58, of Holliston, MA. was placed under arrest for operating a motor vehicle under the influence. While in custody, Marsden was increasingly assaultive, striking one officer and threatening to sexually assault another.

“I reviewed the video of the incident, and it is a shock that no one was injured.” Said Milford Chief of Police Robert Tusino As a result of the incident, Joseph Marsden was charged with the following:

OUI-LIQUOR LEAVE SCENE OF PROPERTY DAMAGE NEGLIGENT OPERATION OF MOTOR VEHICLE RESISTING ARREST A&B ON POLICE OFFICER DISTURBING THE PEACE DISORDERLY CONDUCT MALICIOUS DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY -$1200

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MAN CHARGED WITH MULTIPLE FELONIES AFTER EARLY MORNING BREAK-IN

MILFORD – On Monday April 27, 2026, at approximately 1:17AM, the Milford Public Safety Communications Center received a 911 call from a resident reporting her husband was confronting a male that was attempting to steal his van from their residence on Hayward Street.

As officers were enroute to the disturbance, the caller informed the Communications Officer that the suspect had fled on foot onto East Main Street.

At 1:26AM, officers located a male matching the description given by the caller near the intersection of East Main and Plain Street. As a result of the on-scene investigation Cristian Romero, 24, of Milford, MA was placed under arrest.

In the hours following the arrest, multiple victims in the area came forward reporting larcenies and entries into their vehicles during the night.

“Officers responded quickly as the report of the vehicle owner struggling with the suspect came into our communications center.” Said Milford Chief of Police Robert Tusino. “I’m thankful that our officers were able to safely capture the suspect before any more homes or vehicles were burglarized.”

Cristian Romero was charged with the following crimes and transported to Milford District Court this morning for arraignment.

B&E BUILDING NIGHTTIME FOR FELONY

B&E VEHICLE/BOAT NIGHTTIME FOR FELONY

LARCENY OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

B&E VEHICLE/BOAT NIGHTTIME FOR FELONY

DISTURBING THE PEACE

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MULTI-AGENCY INVESTIGATION LEADS TO DRUG ARREST

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY APRIL 27TH 2026

MILFORD – On Friday April 24, 2026, at approximately 8:23AM, The Milford Police Department in conjunction with the Hopedale Police Department, Blackstone Valley Drug Task Force and HIDTA DEA Task force executed a search warrant on Northrop Street in Hopedale that resulted in the arrest of Jerome Johnson, 61, of Hopedale, MA. The arrest comes after an investigation that spanned several months and included several involved agencies.

“I’d like to express my gratitude to the Milford Police Detective Bureau and the other involved agencies for their hard work in bringing this case to a conclusion.” Said Milford Chief of Police Robert Tusino

As a result of the investigation and search warrant findings, Johnson was arrested and transported to Hopedale Police Department on the following charges: Possession with the Intent to Distribute Class B Substance (Subsequent) Possession with of a Class B Substance (Subsequent) CONTACT JCOVINO@MILFORDPOLICE.ORG FOR ANY ADDITIONAL INQUIRES All suspects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

MILFORD POLICE RESPOND TO CALLS FOR INTOXICATED MAN ROAMING HOTEL NAKED

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY APRIL 16TH 2026

MILFORD – On Wednesday April 15, 2026, the Milford Public Safety Communications Center received a call from the Comfort Inn hotel, located at 24 Beaver Street in Milford. The caller, an employee at the hotel reported a naked intoxicated guest in the hallway of the third floor.

On arrival, officers spoke to the front desk clerk, who reported she had received multiple complaints from guests of the hotel reporting a naked male wandering the hotel. As officers made their way to the third floor, multiple guests, including one accompanied by a distressed child, reported the intoxicated naked male was still on the third floor.

On the third floor, officers located Kevin Goode, 46, of Bellingham, MA, naked and disoriented near the guest ice machine.

As a result of the on-scene investigation, Goode was charged with the following: INDECENT EXPOSURE DISORDERLY CONDUCT DISTURBING THE PEACE PROTECTIVE CUSTODY

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OPERATION SAFE SCHOOL ZONE CONTINUES TO SEE HIGH TRAFFIC INFRACTIONS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY APRIL 15TH 2026

MILFORD – During the week of April 12, 2026, the Milford Police Department continued “Operation Safe School Zone”, a multi-week enforcement initiative targeting traffic violations that endanger students and commuters in school zones throughout Milford.

During school arrival and dismissal times on April 14, 2026, members of the Milford Police Department Special Operations Unit conducted focused traffic enforcement in several school zones. As a result of the operation, officers observed 65 traffic violations, resulting in 38 citations and one criminal application.

“When you look at the data and see more than 100 moving violations in just eight hours of focused enforcement, it highlights a lack of awareness the motoring public has for school zone safety.” said Milford Chief of Police Robert Tusino.

In addition to the violations observed, officers issued three e-bike citations to juvenile riders.

“Our goal with this operation is not to burden drivers with fines, but to educate the public and make Milford a safer place to travel,” said Chief Tusino. “However, we will continue to issue citations and pursue charges when necessary to ensure the safety of our community.”

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NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATORS WEEK

Dear Members of The Milford Public Safety Telecommunications Center, Annually the second week of April is designated as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. Initiated in 1981, this week serves as an opportunity to celebrate the unsung contributions of call takers and dispatchers across our great country. While unseen, I want you to know that your selfless dedication to our agency and community is never unimportant or underappreciated. Over 50,000 times a year, you, the telecommunicator, are the first responder for those in need. You are the guardian in the dark to our responders and callers. Thank you for your sacrifices and steadfast commitment to the Town of Milford.

Robert Tusino Chief of Police

TRAFFIC SAFETY GRANT RESULTS IN OUI ARREST

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY APRIL 10TH 2026

MILFORD — On Wednesday April 8, 2026, at approximately 9:10PM, Officer Brent Dell’Aquila of the Milford Police Department Patrol Division was assigned to the Traffic Safety Grant when he observed a white Chevrolet van operating erratically on North Bow and Central Street.

After observing the vehicle cross marked lanes, Officer Dell’Aquila enacted a motor vehicle stop on Central Street. As a result of the on-scene investigation, Diego Guaman Chimbaina, 22 of Milford, was placed under arrest. A breath test during booking showed Guaman Chimbaina to be approximately twice the legal limit.

“We are fortunate the Commonwealth provides road safety grants, that allows officers to proactively focus on road safety issues such as impaired driving.” Said Milford Chief of Police Robert Tusino.

“As we’ve stated, Milford has traffic safety issues and we will continue to educate and enforce them to make our community a safer place to commute.”

Diego Guaman Chimbaina has been charged with the following: OUI-LIQUOR MARKED LANES VIOLATION ALCOHOL IN MV, POSSESS OPEN CONTAINER OF

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