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Middleborough Police Department Recognizes National Mental Health Month

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National Mental Health Month, observed each May, promotes mental wellness through an annual theme. Mental Health America’s theme for 2025 is “Turn Awareness into Action.” This initiative encourages people to recognize the strides that have been made in decreasing the stigma around mental health, while also working to transform this understanding into actions to create change. According to Mental […]

Middleborough Police Department Shares Motorcycle Safety Tips

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Motorcycle Safety Month is observed every year in May. As the weather gets warmer and more motorcyclists are on the road, the initiative raises awareness of road safety for motorcyclists and those who share the road with them. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that, in 2023, the most recent full year of data, 6,335 […]

Middleborough Police and Fire Respond to Serious Single-Vehicle Crash

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MIDDLEBOROUGH — Police Chief Robert Ferreira and Fire Chief Owen Thompson report that the Middleborough Police and Fire Departments responded to a serious single-vehicle crash Sunday morning. On Sunday, April 6, at approximately 2:37 a.m., Middleborough Police and Fire were dispatched to Marion Road for reports of a single-vehicle crash. Upon arrival, first responders located […]

Middleborough Police Department Shares Road Safety Tips for Distracted Driving Awareness Month

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Distracted Driving Awareness Month, observed every April, is an opportunity to remind drivers of the importance of focused and safe driving. The month aims to raise awareness of the dangers of distracted driving to everyone on the road, including drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists. In 2022, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that an […]

*UPDATE #2* Missing Woman Located Deceased in Middleborough

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MIDDLEBOROUGH — Police Chief Robert Ferreira and Fire Chief Owen Thompson regret to report that, after a thorough search by multiple agencies, an 83-year-old resident was found deceased this afternoon. The resident was determined to be missing on Thursday morning after a neighbor requested a welfare check. Middleborough Police, Middleborough Fire, the Southeastern Massachusetts Law […]

*UPDATE* Middleborough Police and Fire Departments Continue Search for Missing Elderly Woman

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MIDDLEBOROUGH — Police Chief Robert Ferreira and Fire Chief Owen Thompson report that the Middleborough Police and Fire Departments, along with regional and state partners, are actively searching for a missing resident. On Thursday, March 27, at approximately 8:46 a.m., a neighbor requested a welfare check on MICHELE SPERLING, AGE 83. Police officers and firefighters […]

Middleborough Police and Fire Departments Searching for Missing Elderly Woman

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MIDDLEBOROUGH — Police Chief Robert Ferreira and Fire Chief Owen Thompson report that the Middleborough Police and Fire Departments, along with regional and state partners, are searching for a missing elderly woman. MICHELE SPERLING, AGE 83, was last seen on Simmons Road at the Oak Point residential community at about 1:30 a.m. on Thursday. She […]

Introducing Middleborough Police K9 Officer Millie

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Middleborough Police School Resource Officer Brian Wiksten with his new K9, comfort dog Millie. MIDDLEBOROUGH — Plymouth County District Attorney Timothy J. Cruz and Middleborough Police Chief Robert Ferreira are proud to introduce Millie, a comfort dog to support students and residents in town. The Town of Middleborough recently acquired Millie, a yellow Labrador Retriever, from […]

Middleborough Police Earn Re-Accreditation from Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission

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From left to right, Hamilton Police Chief and MPAC President Russell Stevens, Middleborough Town Manager Jay McGrail, Middleborough Police Chief Robert Ferreira (sitting), Sgt. Ryan Whiteside, Deputy Chief David Beals (sitting), Administrative Assistant to the Chief Amy Dowler, and Bridgewater Police Chief and MPAC Vice President Christopher Delmonte. (Photo courtesy Middleborough Police Department) MIDDLEBOROUGH — Police […]

Middleborough Police Investigate Pair of Early Morning Stolen Vehicle Reports

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MIDDLEBOROUGH — Police Chief Robert Ferreira reports that the Middleborough Police Department is investigating two motor vehicle thefts reported early Monday morning, Feb. 10. At 7:38 a.m., on Monday, Feb. 10, Patrolman Cameron Amaral was dispatched to Ashley Lane to investigate two stolen vehicle reports. One resident told police that their 2024 Chrysler Pacifica was […]

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- Chief Robert Ferreira

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Middleborough Man Under Arrest for Stabbing Murder

A Middleborough man is under arrest, charged with the stabbing death of another man, Plymouth County District Attorney Timothy J. Cruz and Middleborough Police Chief Robert Ferreira have announced.

At approximately 8:03 p.m. last night, Middleborough Police received multiple 911 calls for a report of a fight and a man stabbed at a residence at 19 Fairview Street. Middleborough Police and emergency medical personnel responded and located a man suffering from multiple stab wounds. He was transported to Morton Hospital where he was pronounced dead of his injuries at 8:52 p.m. He has been identified as 66 year-old Paul Pomerleau. 

After witness interviews, Middleborough Police determined that Andrew Horsman, 41, was identified as the suspect and taken into custody in close proximity to the residence, without incident. 

Middleborough Police contacted Massachusetts State Police Detectives assigned to the Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office, and an investigation commenced. Detectives interviewed several witnesses on scene who reported that an argument at the home led to the stabbing.

As a result of the investigation, detectives sought and obtained an arrest warrant for Horsman and he was charged with one count of Murder. 

Pomerleau, the victim, was in a long-term relationship with the defendant’s mother.

Horsman is scheduled to be arraigned on the charge in Wareham District Court tomorrow.

Middleborough, State Police Investigating Domestic Fatal Stabbing

Massachusetts State Police assigned to the Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office and the Middleborough Police Department are investigating the domestic fatal stabbing of a man Saturday evening. The male victim was taken to Morton Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. A suspect has been detained and is being questioned at this time. The investigation is […]

Middleborough Police Department Reminds Residents That Fireworks Are Illegal Statewide

As the Fourth of July holiday approaches quickly, we would like to remind residents that the recreational use of fireworks is illegal in Massachusetts.

According to the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services, there have been more than 550 fires and explosions involving illegal fireworks in Massachusetts in the past five years. Six firefighters were injured in these incidents, and damages were estimated at nearly $1 million.

Between 2019 and 2023, Massachusetts medical facilities treated more than 200 people for burns and other injuries associated with fireworks. Two dozen people were treated for severe burn injuries that covered 5% or more of the victim’s body.

The possession, use and sale of fireworks without a professional license is against the law in Massachusetts and punishable by confiscation, fine or imprisonment. Fines range from $100 to $1,000, and some violations could carry a one-year prison sentence.

Please leave fireworks to the professionals!

In Middleborough, the Parks & Recreation Department is hosting its Carnival from July 2 to 6, with a professional fireworks display scheduled for 10 p.m. on Saturday, July 5, at the Pierce Playground, located at 26 Jackson St.

For more information on state-permitted fireworks displays this summer, visit: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/leave-fireworks-to-the-professionals

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Middleborough Police Department

Emergency: 9-1-1
Police Business: 508.947.1212

Fax: 508.947.1009

Address:
350 Wood Street
Middleborough, MA

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