The following is a statement from Middleborough Police Chief Joseph Perkins and West Bridgewater Police Chief Victor Flaherty.
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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
