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The Worcester Police Department's Unresolved Homicide Unit has created a dedicated tip line for information or tips regarding any of the unresolved homicides listed on our Unresolved Homicides page: tinyurl.com/nheydtyr
ALT A graphic showing the WPD with the text "Unresolved Homicide Unit Anonymous Tip Line 508-799-8688 or text TIPWPD to CRIMES to leave an anonymous tip." There is also a graphic of the WPD's blue logo.
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Exemplary Service Awards 2026 Honorees
SW Cutoff (Route 20) — September 5, 2022
3 Stars — Distinguished Service Award
Recipients: Marisa Gaspar, Michael Prizio
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flipped on its roof and starting to catch fire. She called for help. A citizen stopped to assist as Officer Michael Prizio arrived. The door had to be pried open; the operator was semi-conscious.
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The operator’s seatbelt had to be cut off. Officers dragged the operator to safety. After removal from the car, the vehicle became fully engulfed in flames. The operator survived.
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Exemplary Service Awards 2026 Honorees
Woodland Street — February 2, 2022
3 Stars — Distinguished Service Award
Recipient: Josh Openshaw
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Officers did some digging and located the correct address and knocked with no response. They heard someone gasping for air inside and worked together to force entry.
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They found a man with his eyes rolled back and a necktie around his neck. Officers cut the tie loose, and the man vomited and began to breathe. Their actions saved his life.
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Water Main Break Update: One southbound lane going into the city is now open again.
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RT @Worcester311: A water main break was confirmed on Norton Drive, impacting water and traffic in the area. The Department of Public Works…
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Traffic advisory: Please avoid Norton Drive between Shore and West Boylston due to a water main break.
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The Worcester Police Department would like to inform the public that prior to the start of the upcoming FIFA Watch Party at City Hall on June 13th, a public safety assessment of the surrounding area will be conducted using a department drone.
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spectators, residents, and visitors.
Members of the public may notice the drone operating in the area prior to the start of the FIFA Watch Party. This operation is strictly for public safety purposes and is part of the department’s ongoing commitment to providing a safe
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environment for everyone attending the event.
We appreciate the public’s cooperation and understanding as we work to ensure a safe and enjoyable event for all.
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Road closure advisory:
Tomorrow, June 12, Grove Street will closed from Salisbury Street to Faraday Street, in both directions, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., for the Veterans Inc. Stand Down event.
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Exemplary Service Awards Honorees
Chief of Police Citation
Hill-O-Ween Community Event
Recipients: James Sullivan, Father John Madden and Officer Sean Lovely
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4,000 children who attended last year. It is the favorite night of the year for neighborhood kids, featuring generous candy donations. The event’s success is in large part due to the tireless effort and dedication of Father John Madden of St. John’s Catholic Church,
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James Sullivan, Head Basketball Coach at Worcester Academy, and Worcester Police Officer Sean Lovely, a founder of the event. Their commitment to the community deserves recognition.
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