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4 / 1 / 21
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Program News

The Rehoboth Police Department is Taking back unwanted Prescription Drugs

With opioid overdose deaths increasing during the pandemic, the Drug Enforcement Administration announces its 20th Take Back Day is scheduled for April 24th. At its last Take Back Day in October, DEA collected a record-high amount of expired, unwanted, and unused prescription medications, with the public turning in close to 500 tons of unwanted drugs. Over the 10-year span of Take Back Day, DEA has brought in more than 6,800 tons of prescription drugs. With studies indicating a majority of abused prescription drugs come from family and friends, including from home medicine cabinets, clearing out unused medicine is essential. 

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the U.S. has seen an increase in overdose deaths during the COVID-19 pandemic, with 83,544 Americans overdosing during the 12-month period ending July 1, 2020, the most ever recorded in a 12-month period. The increase in drug overdose deaths appeared to begin prior to the COVID-19 health emergency, but accelerated significantly during the first months of the pandemic. 

The public can drop off potentially dangerous prescription medications at collection sites which will adhere to local COVID-19 guidelines and regulations in order to maintain the safety of all participants and local law enforcement. 

DEA and its partners will collect tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drugs. Liquids (including intravenous solutions), syringes and other sharps, and illegal drugs will not be accepted. DEA will continue to accept vaping devices and cartridges at its drop off locations provided lithium batteries are removed. 

Helping people dispose of potentially harmful prescription drugs is just one way DEA is working to reduce addiction and stem overdose deaths. 

Learn more about the event and find a local collection site at www.deatakeback.com, or by calling 800-882-9539. 

REHOBOTH EVENT IS BEING HELD AT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT 10am-2pm. 

3 / 1 / 21
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K-9 Unit coming to RPD

A new four-legged officer is coming to the Rehoboth Police Department!

Chief James Trombetta secured a grant through the Stanton Foundation, which pays for the Police K-9 and its training.

Patrolman David Aguiar will be starting his new position and meeting his new K-9 partner in the beginning of April. Handlers undergo several weeks of training together at a police K9 academy.

Anyone who would like to make a donation towards the Rehoboth Police K-9 Unit, please contact Ptlm. Aguiar at 508-252-3722 ext. 1164. 

 

2 / 25 / 21
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Arrests
Press Releases

3 Arrested after Vehicle Pursuit

On 02/24/2021, at approximately 8:15PM, officers from the Rehoboth Police Department responded to Winthrop St. (Rte 44) for a report of a red Jeep Grand Cherokee traveling at an extremely high rate of speed.  This vehicle was inbound traveling east on Rte 44 from Seekonk.  It was reported that it was passing vehicles and causing vehicles traveling westbound to swerve to avoid a head on collision.  One the vehicle was spotted by officers from Rehoboth it was determined that the vehicle reached speeds of 140mph.  As the vehicle approached the intersection of Rte 44 and Rte 118 its speed was 103mph.  Ptlm. David Aguiar was able to stop all traffic at the intersection and deploy “Stop Sticks”.  Ptlm. Aguiar was successful in deflating the tires of the Jeep Grand Cherokee.  The vehicle continued traveling eastbound.  It made an abrupt left turn at Williams St. and immediately pulled into a driveway.  Ptlm. Louis DiBacco, Ptlm. Mark Wetherell and Ptlm. Nicholas Bellavance followed the vehicle into the driveway where it spun out of control.  Three occupants were found in the vehicle and it was initially believed that the operator fled.  The occupants were identified as 20 year old Justin Vargas, 20 year old Michael Vargas and 27 year old Narciso Urena all of Queens, NY.  All three subjects were initially detained pending the investigation.  Sgt. Fundakowski began a search for the operator and the Massachusetts State Police Air Wing also responded to assist with the search.

During an inventory of the vehicle officers located items in the vehicle known to be utilized in the theft of motor vehicle parts (particularly catalytic converters).  During this inventory Ptlm. Mark Wetherell illuminated the driver’s seat and noticed a shoe impression on the driver’s seat.  This indicated that the operator switched seats.  It was then determined that Justin Vargas was the operator of the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

All three subjects were taken into custody and transported to the Rehoboth Police Station.  They were booked bail was set for all three.  They were unable to make bail and were transported to the New Bedford House of Corrections.  All three are being charged with possession of a burglarious instrument.  Justin Vargas is also being charged with the following: (1) Failure to stop for police.  (2) Reckless operation of a motor vehicle.  They are due to appear in Taunton District Court on 02/25/2021 at 8:30AM.     

 

10 / 15 / 20
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Rehoboth Police Bust Large Marijuana Grow

On 10/14/2020 at approximately 1p.m. members of the Rehoboth Police Department executed a search warrant at a commercial property in the rear of #495 Winthrop Street.  The search was the result of an on-going investigation involving a large scale marijuana grow.  At the time the warrant was served police encountered several individuals inside of large garage and attached building.  Police encountered a large scale marijuana cultivation operation where over 200 mature plants and additional packaged marijuana was found. Also at the scene was a 4 year old juvenile who was later released to the custody of the Department of Children and Families.  Police also recovered two loaded firearms and a loaded assault rifle inside the building which were seized.  Arrested at the scene were: Moises Montero age 33 of Seekonk, Katitlin Munroe age 30 of Seekonk, Carlos Cabeza age 42 of Waueregan CT, Luilly Escotto age 32 of Lowell, MA, Henry Vilomar of Bronx, NY.  All parties were charged with Cultivation of Marijuana, Conspiracy to Violate the Drug Laws, Possession of firearm without an FID Card, Possession of Ammunition without an FID card and Possession of a Large Capacity Rifle. Rehoboth Police were assisted by members of the Norther Bristol County Drug Task Force.  All individuals will be arraigned in Taunton District Court on 10/15/2020

 

10 / 2 / 20
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Press Releases

Police Investigate Crash

On 09/29/2020, at approximately 9:49PM, the Rehoboth Police Department responded to a one car motor vehicle crash on Hornbine Rd. in Rehoboth.  Initially this crash was reported to be in Swansea on Hornbine Rd.  When Officers arrived it was determined that the crash occurred in front of 260 Hornbine Rd. in Rehoboth.  Officers from the Swansea Police Department were already on scene tending to the female operator.  Members of the Swansea Fire and Ambulance arrived shortly after officers from Rehoboth arrived.  From the investigation conducted on scene it was determined that the vehicle was traveling north on Hornbine Rd. from Swansea into Rehoboth.  Just after crossing the town line the vehicle left the roadway and collided with a tree.  The vehicle began to spin and turn on its roof when it collided with a second tree.  The female operator was the sole occupant of the vehicle and needed to be extricated from the vehicle.  She was transported to Rhode Island Hospital with what appeared to be serious none life threatening injuries.

6 / 19 / 20
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GUIDELINES FOR PROCESSING NEW LTC APPLICATIONS

Effective July 1, 2020 –

  • New applications will only be accepted by US Mail. A check must be included when submitting the complete application and the supporting documents.
  • Once the application is initially processed the applicant will be called to schedule an appointment.
  • The interview with the applicant will be done by phone.
  • There will be adequate time between appointments to sanitize the fingerprint machine and surrounding area.
  • We will require the Applicant’s to fill out a brief health screening questionnaire in the lobby prior to being directed to the rear lot gate entry.
  • Utilizing the station back door (prisoner/booking entrance) to access the fingerprint/booking area (to minimize foot traffic in main common areas of the station).
  • Mandatory mask policy for all applicants-we will provide a (non-returnable) surgical mask and not allow them to bring their own mask into the building.
  • Applicants will be required to hand wash prior to being fingerprinted, using the sink in the holding Cell.
  • Gloves, Face Shield and N95 Mask will be worn by the Officer designated by the Police Chief to take the applicant’s prints during the fingerprinting process.
  • Applicants will leave the building immediately after being fingerprinted, through the back door.

Any further questions and answers between the Police Department personnel and the applicant will be done via the phone, email and/or US Mail.

3 / 18 / 20
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Community Information

LTC & FID Renewals During COVID-19

 The Rehoboth Police Department will temporarily accept mail in- LTC and FID Renewal applications only, during the current state of COVID-19 concerns.  Firearms license applications are available online on the FRB website. Please mail check or Money order made payable to; The Rehoboth Police Department, along with the application filled out completely and properly signed. (Do not mail cash) The State will allow us to use the photo that is on your Driver License as well.

Once we receive your application we will mail you a receipt your application has been received and is in the current renewal status. **Please note that applications and fee must be received on or before your current card expires in order to be in the grace period**.

A link to the Firearms Record Bureau can be found here.

https://www.mass.gov/how-to/renew-a-firearms-license

12 / 30 / 19
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Arrests
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Taunton Man Arrested

On 12/28/2019 the Rehoboth Police Department had officers assigned to the targeted enforcement of impaired drivers as part of the national Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign. These  shifts were funded by a grant received from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security’s (EOPSS) Office of Grants and Research (OGR) to increase the number of impaired driving patrols during the holiday season. At approximately 01:33 hrs. Officer Gil Lima observed a vehicle travelling east bound on Rt.44 at 60mph in the posted 45mph zone. Upon stopping the vehicle for the violation, he immediately detected an odor of intoxicating liquor and observed signs of impairment. He was assisted by Sgt. Richard W. Shailor and Officer Adam Brown during his roadside investigation which included field sobriety tests. At the completion of the investigation, the operator of the vehicle, Kevin Mayo 33 years old of Taunton was arrested and charged with Operating under the influence of alcohol, and speeding.   He is due in Taunton District court on Monday to be arraigned on the charges.

12 / 30 / 19
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2nd Offense OUI Arrest

On 12/29/2019 at approx. 8:13p.m. the Rehoboth Police Department received a 911 cellular call from a witness reporting a vehicle driving erratically on Slater Street in Rehoboth.  The caller reported the vehicle was traveling on wrong side of the roadway and in and out of its lane.  The witness was able to signal for the vehicle to pull over and reported the vehicle was stopped on at the corner of Brander Road and Slater Street.  Upon arrival Officer Ranley made contact with the driver who was identified as Jennifer GOUSIE, age 49, of Rehoboth.  Officers on scene conducted a roadside investigation and determined GOUSIE had been operating her motor vehicle under the influence of intoxicating liquor. GOUSIE was subsequently taken into custody and charged with OUI LIQUOR 2nd Offense and Driving to Endanger.  GOUISE was later released on personal recognizance and will be arraigned in Taunton District Court on 12/30/19.

12 / 21 / 19
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Dighton Man Arrested for OUI

On 12/20/2019, 6:37 PM, Ptlm. Gilbert Lima stopped a blue Ford Focus with a North Carolina registration on Reynolds Ave. due to the fact that it had an expired registration out of North Carolina.  The operator of the vehicle was identified as 59 year old Raymond Silva of Chestnut St. in Dighton, Massachusetts.  As Ptlm. Lima spoke with Mr. Silva he observed signs and symptoms of intoxication due to the consumption of alcohol.  Ptlm. Christopher Pezzuolo responded to Ptlm. Lima’s location to assist him with his investigation.  Ptlm. Lima’s investigation included field sobriety tests.  Following the investigation Mr. Silva was taken into custody without incident.  He was transported to the station where he was booked.  Mr. Silva was later released on personal recognizance and is due to appear in Taunton District Court on 12/23/2019, at 8:30 AM.  Mr. Silva was charged with Operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, operating an uninsured motor vehicle and operating an unregistered motor vehicle.  

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