- John McKenna 1931
John McKenna 1931
On August 19, 1931, John McKenna (37) and Antonio Ramos (33) had an altercation regarding John's relationship with Mrs. Clytie Sumner, his landlord. As a result of this altercation John was stabbed at South Main Street and Charles Street.
Investigation
Antonio called the Sumner residence twice that day, declaring his intention to beat McKenna.
John and Antonio agreed to meet to settle the issue. James Sumner (22), Clytie's son, went along with Antonio to the intersection of South Main Street and Charles Street. Antonio arrived by cab, as he stepped from the cab, John assaulted him. Antonio then stabbed John several times leaving him in an ally and fled the scene. He was later taken into custody.
Verdict 1931 Antonio Ramos
Antonio was committed to Bridgewater State Hospital for 16 years. In 1947 after being released, he was found guilty of manslaughter and sentenced to two (2) years in the House of Correction.
On August 19, 1931, John McKenna (37) and Antonio Ramos (33) had an altercation regarding John's relationship with Mrs. Clytie Sumner, his landlord. As a result of this altercation John was stabbed at South Main Street and Charles Street.
Investigation
Antonio called the Sumner residence twice that day, declaring his intention to beat McKenna.
John and Antonio agreed to meet to settle the issue. James Sumner (22), Clytie's son, went along with Antonio to the intersection of South Main Street and Charles Street. Antonio arrived by cab, as he stepped from the cab, John assaulted him. Antonio then stabbed John several times leaving him in an ally and fled the scene. He was later taken into custody.
Verdict 1931 Antonio Ramos
Antonio was committed to Bridgewater State Hospital for 16 years. In 1947 after being released, he was found guilty of manslaughter and sentenced to two (2) years in the House of Correction.
- Louis LaRochelle 1937
Louis LaRochelle 1937
On September 18, 1937, two (2) men, later identified as Stephan Tarsa (21) and Burn Blair (20) walked into a St. Denis Liquors at 818 Globe Street to commit a robbery. Louis LaRochelle (54), the clerk, struggled with one of the males. Louis was shot and killed; the suspect fled the scene, taking three (3) bottles of Gin. John Molinsky (27) was later identified as the driver of the fleeing vehicle. Louis was buried in Notre Dame Cemetery.
Verdict 1937 Stephan Tarsa
Stephen was convicted of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison.
Verdict John Molinsky
John accepted a plea deal for accessory to murder and sentenced to life in prison.
Verdict 1937 Burn Blair Sentence Reduced 1951
Burn was convicted for 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison. In December 1951, clemency was granted reducing his life sentence to a 20 year to life. This allowed Burn to seek parole.
On September 18, 1937, two (2) men, later identified as Stephan Tarsa (21) and Burn Blair (20) walked into a St. Denis Liquors at 818 Globe Street to commit a robbery. Louis LaRochelle (54), the clerk, struggled with one of the males. Louis was shot and killed; the suspect fled the scene, taking three (3) bottles of Gin. John Molinsky (27) was later identified as the driver of the fleeing vehicle. Louis was buried in Notre Dame Cemetery.
Verdict 1937 Stephan Tarsa
Stephen was convicted of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison.
Verdict John Molinsky
John accepted a plea deal for accessory to murder and sentenced to life in prison.
Verdict 1937 Burn Blair Sentence Reduced 1951
Burn was convicted for 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison. In December 1951, clemency was granted reducing his life sentence to a 20 year to life. This allowed Burn to seek parole.
- John Purcell 1946
John Purcell 1946
On August 29, 1946, John Purcell (47) was assaulted and robbed at the intersection of Cherry and Purchase Streets while walking home. John, the manager of Troy Winery Co liquor store, suffered a fractured skull. Frank Amaral Jr. (19) and Edward M. Mello (20) were arrested.
Verdict 1952 Frank Amaral Jr.
Frank plead guilty to 2nd-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison
Verdict 1952 Edward Mello
Edward was convicted of 2nd-degree murder and sentenced to 30 years in prison
On August 29, 1946, John Purcell (47) was assaulted and robbed at the intersection of Cherry and Purchase Streets while walking home. John, the manager of Troy Winery Co liquor store, suffered a fractured skull. Frank Amaral Jr. (19) and Edward M. Mello (20) were arrested.
Verdict 1952 Frank Amaral Jr.
Frank plead guilty to 2nd-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison
Verdict 1952 Edward Mello
Edward was convicted of 2nd-degree murder and sentenced to 30 years in prison
- Eugenia Oliveira 1947
Eugenia Oliveira 1947
On October 21, 1947, the body of Eugenia Oliveira (43) was discovered by her son Wilfred Sylvia Jr. (20) in a wooden box in the attic of their home on pleasant street. Eugenia had been reported missing a few days prior by her daughter, Dorothy (17).
Investigation
Wilfred Sylvia (46) Eugenia's soon-to-be-husband confessed to beating then strangling her with a jump rope. Wilfred stated that he had been in a relationship with Oliveira and they had planned to marry on November 22. The signed confession stated he "lost his head" during an argument regarding Eugenia's drinking habits and lifestyle. He stated asked her to stop going to local cafes, and bars.
Wilfred admitted to drinking ammonia in an attempt to end his life after he placed Eugenia's body in the wooden box.
Verdict 1948 Wilfred Sylvia
Wilfred was convicted of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison.
On October 21, 1947, the body of Eugenia Oliveira (43) was discovered by her son Wilfred Sylvia Jr. (20) in a wooden box in the attic of their home on pleasant street. Eugenia had been reported missing a few days prior by her daughter, Dorothy (17).
Investigation
Wilfred Sylvia (46) Eugenia's soon-to-be-husband confessed to beating then strangling her with a jump rope. Wilfred stated that he had been in a relationship with Oliveira and they had planned to marry on November 22. The signed confession stated he "lost his head" during an argument regarding Eugenia's drinking habits and lifestyle. He stated asked her to stop going to local cafes, and bars.
Wilfred admitted to drinking ammonia in an attempt to end his life after he placed Eugenia's body in the wooden box.
Verdict 1948 Wilfred Sylvia
Wilfred was convicted of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison.
- Judy Dupuis 1972
Judy Dupuis
Judy Dupuis 1972
On January 14, 1972, Robert Tremblay (17) attacked and stabbed Judy Dupuis (23) 54 times in her home at 65 Taylor Street. Robert along with his wife at the time, Linda and son Eric resided in downstairs apartment. Judy was transported to St. Anne's Hospital for stab wounds to her neck, shoulder, back, head, and chin. Robert was charged with Assault & Battery with a dangerous weapon with intent to murder.
On January 26, 1972, Judy died from blood poisoning. The medical examiner ruled her death a homicide. Robert was charged with murder.
Verdict
Robert Tremblay was found guilty of manslaughter and sentenced to 8-15 years in prison.
Person of Interest
Robert is a person of interest involving his wife Claudette's disappearance in 1988. Robert is also a person of interest in the unsolved homicide of his friend, Cheryle LeCornec in 1980.
On January 14, 1972, Robert Tremblay (17) attacked and stabbed Judy Dupuis (23) 54 times in her home at 65 Taylor Street. Robert along with his wife at the time, Linda and son Eric resided in downstairs apartment. Judy was transported to St. Anne's Hospital for stab wounds to her neck, shoulder, back, head, and chin. Robert was charged with Assault & Battery with a dangerous weapon with intent to murder.
On January 26, 1972, Judy died from blood poisoning. The medical examiner ruled her death a homicide. Robert was charged with murder.
Verdict
Robert Tremblay was found guilty of manslaughter and sentenced to 8-15 years in prison.
Person of Interest
Robert is a person of interest involving his wife Claudette's disappearance in 1988. Robert is also a person of interest in the unsolved homicide of his friend, Cheryle LeCornec in 1980.
- John W. Riggeiro 1973
John W. Ruggeiro Memorial
John W. Ruggeiro 1973
Fall River Police Department
On July 23, 1973, approximately 3:20AM a black Cadillac was observed traveling without headlights on from Pleasant Street to Boutwell Street by Officer John W. Ruggeiro (27). The vehicle came to a stop in the street with Ruggeiro's cruiser behind it. Two (2) men, later identified as Daniel K. Ferreira () and Joseph Silva () exited the vehicle and ran towards Officer Ruggeiro's cruiser. While next to the cruiser, one male open fire shooting Officer Ruggeiro, killing him. The men then ran back to the vehicle and fled the scene.
The Cadillac was later located a short time later parked at an intersection. In searching the area, Daniel K. Ferreira was found lying in tall grass. Approximately eight (8) feet from where Daniel was located, a firearm was recovered. At approximately 5:30 AM Fall River Police took Joseph was taken into custody. At trial Joseph testified as a prosecution witness against Daniel. Charges against Joseph were dropped in exchange for testimony.
Verdict 1975 Daniel K. Ferreira
Daniel K Ferreira was convicted of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without parole.
In 1977 his conviction was overturned, new trial ending in mistrial. Daniel declined a plea deal and sentenced to life in prison.
Fall River Police Department
On July 23, 1973, approximately 3:20AM a black Cadillac was observed traveling without headlights on from Pleasant Street to Boutwell Street by Officer John W. Ruggeiro (27). The vehicle came to a stop in the street with Ruggeiro's cruiser behind it. Two (2) men, later identified as Daniel K. Ferreira () and Joseph Silva () exited the vehicle and ran towards Officer Ruggeiro's cruiser. While next to the cruiser, one male open fire shooting Officer Ruggeiro, killing him. The men then ran back to the vehicle and fled the scene.
The Cadillac was later located a short time later parked at an intersection. In searching the area, Daniel K. Ferreira was found lying in tall grass. Approximately eight (8) feet from where Daniel was located, a firearm was recovered. At approximately 5:30 AM Fall River Police took Joseph was taken into custody. At trial Joseph testified as a prosecution witness against Daniel. Charges against Joseph were dropped in exchange for testimony.
Verdict 1975 Daniel K. Ferreira
Daniel K Ferreira was convicted of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without parole.
In 1977 his conviction was overturned, new trial ending in mistrial. Daniel declined a plea deal and sentenced to life in prison.
- Calixte & Lionel Monast 1976
Calixte Monast & Lionel Monast 1976
On August 15, 1976, at 5AM Paul Monast (34) called the Fall River Police Department reporting the death of his father, Calixte (71) and his brother, Lionel (45) at 39 Alden Street.
Police arrived and located the victims, who appeared deceased from blows from a hacket. Paul was taken into custody, however claimed he swallowed poison. He was transported to Union Hospital for evaluation. Tests performed at the hospital indicated Paul had no toxins in his blood.
Paul was sent to Bridgewater State Hospital for an evaluation, after his court appearance on two (2) counts of murder.
Verdict 1978 Paul Monast Prison Sentence Completed - Released
Paul was convicted of two (2) counts of manslaughter and sentenced to 20 years in prison, to serve concurrently.
On August 15, 1976, at 5AM Paul Monast (34) called the Fall River Police Department reporting the death of his father, Calixte (71) and his brother, Lionel (45) at 39 Alden Street.
Police arrived and located the victims, who appeared deceased from blows from a hacket. Paul was taken into custody, however claimed he swallowed poison. He was transported to Union Hospital for evaluation. Tests performed at the hospital indicated Paul had no toxins in his blood.
Paul was sent to Bridgewater State Hospital for an evaluation, after his court appearance on two (2) counts of murder.
Verdict 1978 Paul Monast Prison Sentence Completed - Released
Paul was convicted of two (2) counts of manslaughter and sentenced to 20 years in prison, to serve concurrently.
- Patricia Murphy 1982
Patricia Murphy 1982
On December 5, 1982, the body of Patricia Murphy (31) was discovered on Bay Street lying next to a hubcap and shattered glass. One of her shoes was located nearly 20 feet from her body. The examination of Patricia's injuries, specifically a head injury, didn't appear to be match those of someone struck by a vehicle. Patricia was buried in Oak Grove Cemetery.
The investigation led to her husband, Richard Murphy (34), a Fall River Police Officer. Richard later admitted he staged Patricia's death. He stated he has struck her with a baseball bat in the head in their bedroom, wrapped her body in a rug and moved her to the basement. At a convenient time, Richard moved Patricia's body to Bay Street and placed her by the side of the road.
Verdict Richard Murphy
Richard plead guilty, was convicted of 2nd-degree murder and sentenced to 18-20 years in prison
On December 5, 1982, the body of Patricia Murphy (31) was discovered on Bay Street lying next to a hubcap and shattered glass. One of her shoes was located nearly 20 feet from her body. The examination of Patricia's injuries, specifically a head injury, didn't appear to be match those of someone struck by a vehicle. Patricia was buried in Oak Grove Cemetery.
The investigation led to her husband, Richard Murphy (34), a Fall River Police Officer. Richard later admitted he staged Patricia's death. He stated he has struck her with a baseball bat in the head in their bedroom, wrapped her body in a rug and moved her to the basement. At a convenient time, Richard moved Patricia's body to Bay Street and placed her by the side of the road.
Verdict Richard Murphy
Richard plead guilty, was convicted of 2nd-degree murder and sentenced to 18-20 years in prison
- Maurice Larue 1984
Maurice Larue 1984
On September 15, 1984, approximately 6PM Charles E. Prater (19) went to 520 Cherry Street to visit Maurice Larue (42). Charles had previously resided with Maurice and his girlfriend in the apartment.
The two (2) men had been drinking heavily, resulting an argument. The argument became physical, with Charles punching Maurice in the face several times until he fell to the floor. Charles located an axe in a cabinet and struck Maurice multiple times in the head. Charles made sure Maurice was dead before he left the apartment and went to the Tremont Cafe where the bartender, Pauline Barboza helped clean the blood from his clothing and jacket. Charles then left the Tremont Cafe and went to Shaker's. While at Shaker's Charles confessed to Joseph Rutkowski (21) about killing Maurice. The two (2) men traveled to Cherry Street in Joseph's car. After seeing the carnage, the two (20 mean returned to Shaker's where Joseph called the Fall River Police.
The police arrived and took the two (2) men back to 520 Cherry Street to confirm the incident. Charles was arrested for assault and battery by means of a dangerous weapon.
While in police custody, Charles confessed twice, with the second confession videotaped. In the 20-minute videotaped confession, Charles told police 'I hit him with an ax, gave him 40 whacks. Ha! Ha!'. The medical examiner's report indicated that Maurice suffered at least seven blows to the head with an axe and the injuries to his face area were consistent with blows with a fist.
Verdict 1987 Charles Prater Deceased 1999
Charles was convicted of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without parole.
On September 15, 1984, approximately 6PM Charles E. Prater (19) went to 520 Cherry Street to visit Maurice Larue (42). Charles had previously resided with Maurice and his girlfriend in the apartment.
The two (2) men had been drinking heavily, resulting an argument. The argument became physical, with Charles punching Maurice in the face several times until he fell to the floor. Charles located an axe in a cabinet and struck Maurice multiple times in the head. Charles made sure Maurice was dead before he left the apartment and went to the Tremont Cafe where the bartender, Pauline Barboza helped clean the blood from his clothing and jacket. Charles then left the Tremont Cafe and went to Shaker's. While at Shaker's Charles confessed to Joseph Rutkowski (21) about killing Maurice. The two (2) men traveled to Cherry Street in Joseph's car. After seeing the carnage, the two (20 mean returned to Shaker's where Joseph called the Fall River Police.
The police arrived and took the two (2) men back to 520 Cherry Street to confirm the incident. Charles was arrested for assault and battery by means of a dangerous weapon.
While in police custody, Charles confessed twice, with the second confession videotaped. In the 20-minute videotaped confession, Charles told police 'I hit him with an ax, gave him 40 whacks. Ha! Ha!'. The medical examiner's report indicated that Maurice suffered at least seven blows to the head with an axe and the injuries to his face area were consistent with blows with a fist.
Verdict 1987 Charles Prater Deceased 1999
Charles was convicted of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without parole.
- John Michael Jr. 1985
John Michael Jr. 1985
On June 26, 1985, John Swist (19) was walking down Main Street, after just leaving a bar as he was approached by John Michael Jr. (33). John agreed to accompany Michael to his apartment where they consumed alcohol.
At some point John left the apartment and went to his girlfriend's apartment. John explained to his girlfriend that while they were drinking the conversation turned sexual. He admitted he ended up in the bedroom together where he tied up and strangled John Michael Jr. He went on to explain that he ransacked the apartment, stole money and jewelry, and left the scene with John’s car. John explained he murdered John Michael Jr. because he did not want Michael to be able to identify him.
John's body was discovered several days later by his landlord when he went to collect rent. With the news of the discovery, John fled to Chicago, where he was placed under arrest as he stepped off a bus. He was returned to Massachusetts and admitted his role in the death to investigators.
Verdict 1986 John Swist Paroled 2024
John plead guilty to 2nd-degree murder and was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after serving 15 years.
At the time of the murder, John was on parole from a robbery conviction in 1984.
On June 26, 1985, John Swist (19) was walking down Main Street, after just leaving a bar as he was approached by John Michael Jr. (33). John agreed to accompany Michael to his apartment where they consumed alcohol.
At some point John left the apartment and went to his girlfriend's apartment. John explained to his girlfriend that while they were drinking the conversation turned sexual. He admitted he ended up in the bedroom together where he tied up and strangled John Michael Jr. He went on to explain that he ransacked the apartment, stole money and jewelry, and left the scene with John’s car. John explained he murdered John Michael Jr. because he did not want Michael to be able to identify him.
John's body was discovered several days later by his landlord when he went to collect rent. With the news of the discovery, John fled to Chicago, where he was placed under arrest as he stepped off a bus. He was returned to Massachusetts and admitted his role in the death to investigators.
Verdict 1986 John Swist Paroled 2024
John plead guilty to 2nd-degree murder and was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after serving 15 years.
At the time of the murder, John was on parole from a robbery conviction in 1984.
- Edward Walsh & Leonard Starcher 1987
Edward Walsh & Leonard Starcher 1987
On July 19, 1987, approximately 4:30AM fire broke out at a six-family apartment building on North Main Street after a Molotov cocktail was thrown onto the front porch. The fire quickly engulfed the structure, leading to the deaths of two (2) residents; Edward Walsh and Leonard Starcher
Investigation Summary
Four (4) days before the fire, Fall River Police conducted a raid at home of Louis Mello for illegal drugs. The aid resulted in Louis, his mother and her boyfriend were all arrested. Louis Mello told his girlfriend, Michelle Boudria, he would seek revenge on the individual(s) "whoever ratted on him, his house getting raided, they're going to pay for what they did."
Leonard Starcher's apartment had been a gathering place for young people, including Louis, Domingos Arruda, and Nelson Tavares to drink liquor and participate in illegal drug activity. Louis also admitted he drank and inhaled significant amount of heroin inside Leonard's apartment the night before the fire.
The night of the fire, Domingos Arruda told Louis that it was Leonard Starcher who had "ratted" on him and suggested that they set fire to Leonard's apartment building. That night Louis picked up Domingos Arruda and Nelson Tavares and drove around the neighborhood.
Louis parked the vehicle, and Nelson walked to a gas station and returned with a can of gasoline. Nelson poured the gasoline into a glass bottle, and Louis inserted a rag to serve as a wick. Louis lit the rag, and Nelson threw the bottle into the cement underneath the wooden porch at the front of Leonard's building. Louis and Nelson then drove away. They stopped at a dumpster to discard a pair of shoes and then went home.
Later in the day on April 19, 1987, Louis E. Mello (18) confessed to his role in starting the fire. Louis stated although he had intended to start the fire "he never wanted to kill anybody in the house."
Verdict Louis E. Mello
Louis was convicted of 1st-degree murder in the death of Leonard Starcher, 2nd-degree murder in the death of Edward Walsh, arson and throwing an explosive device. He was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the first-degree murder charge, alongside a concurrent life sentence for the second-degree murder of Edward Walsh. He was also sentenced to fifteen (15) to twenty (20) years in prison for arson.
In an appeal, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court, vacated the arson conviction but upheld the murder convictions.
Verdict Nelson Tavares
Nelson wasn't charged with any crimes.
On July 19, 1987, approximately 4:30AM fire broke out at a six-family apartment building on North Main Street after a Molotov cocktail was thrown onto the front porch. The fire quickly engulfed the structure, leading to the deaths of two (2) residents; Edward Walsh and Leonard Starcher
Investigation Summary
Four (4) days before the fire, Fall River Police conducted a raid at home of Louis Mello for illegal drugs. The aid resulted in Louis, his mother and her boyfriend were all arrested. Louis Mello told his girlfriend, Michelle Boudria, he would seek revenge on the individual(s) "whoever ratted on him, his house getting raided, they're going to pay for what they did."
Leonard Starcher's apartment had been a gathering place for young people, including Louis, Domingos Arruda, and Nelson Tavares to drink liquor and participate in illegal drug activity. Louis also admitted he drank and inhaled significant amount of heroin inside Leonard's apartment the night before the fire.
The night of the fire, Domingos Arruda told Louis that it was Leonard Starcher who had "ratted" on him and suggested that they set fire to Leonard's apartment building. That night Louis picked up Domingos Arruda and Nelson Tavares and drove around the neighborhood.
Louis parked the vehicle, and Nelson walked to a gas station and returned with a can of gasoline. Nelson poured the gasoline into a glass bottle, and Louis inserted a rag to serve as a wick. Louis lit the rag, and Nelson threw the bottle into the cement underneath the wooden porch at the front of Leonard's building. Louis and Nelson then drove away. They stopped at a dumpster to discard a pair of shoes and then went home.
Later in the day on April 19, 1987, Louis E. Mello (18) confessed to his role in starting the fire. Louis stated although he had intended to start the fire "he never wanted to kill anybody in the house."
Verdict Louis E. Mello
Louis was convicted of 1st-degree murder in the death of Leonard Starcher, 2nd-degree murder in the death of Edward Walsh, arson and throwing an explosive device. He was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the first-degree murder charge, alongside a concurrent life sentence for the second-degree murder of Edward Walsh. He was also sentenced to fifteen (15) to twenty (20) years in prison for arson.
In an appeal, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court, vacated the arson conviction but upheld the murder convictions.
Verdict Nelson Tavares
Nelson wasn't charged with any crimes.
- Gayle Botelho 1988
Gayle Botelho 1988
On October 27, 1988, Gayle Botelho (32) disappeared from her June Street home. Her disappearance remained unsolved until 2000.
In 2000 Daniel Tavares Jr, while serving a prison sentence for killing his mother in 1991, told investigators where to find the body of Gayle Botelho, but denied killing her. Investigators, acting on this information, unearthed Gayle's remains from a shallow grave in the yard of 314 June Street, coincidently the same house where Daniel Tavares resided in prior to moving to Somerset.
Daniel told investigators that two acquaintances killed Gayle after a night of "wild partying". Many were questioned, but authorities didn't have enough evidence to charge anyone at that time.
In 2012 Daniel claimed Gayle was killed over a cocaine debt and later confessed to killing Gayle to investigators. After killing her, he tossed Gayle's body off a second-floor porch and buried her under a tree in his backyard. Daniel admitted to acting alone and passed a Massachusetts State Police polygraph in relation to this case.
Ann Marie Tavares Murder 1991
On July 10, 1991, Daniel stabbed his mother, Ann Marie Tavares inside the home she shared with her fiancé Norman Sirois and friend Richard Pires on Wilson Avenue in Somerset. Ann Marie was stabbed at least fifteen (15) times and didn't survive. Richard was also stabbed but survived.
Daniel admitted to police he stabbed his mother. He relates a lot of reasons as to why it took place, and that some of the reasons show mental instability and the use of drugs.
Verdict 1992 Daniel Tavares Jr. Paroled 2007 for 1991 Murder
Daniel plead guilty to a reduced charge of manslaughter and was sentenced to 17 to 20 years in state prison.
In 2007, Daniel was released on personal recognizance, agreed to get a job, live with his sister and check in with his probation officer three (3) times a week. Daniel checked in twice and then fled to Washington to marry a woman, Jennifer Freitas, who he met on an internet pen pal site for inmates. They were married July 30, 2007, they have since divorced.
Brian & Beverly Mauck Murder 2007
On November 17, 2007, Daniel went to the home of Brian (30) and Beverly (28) Mauck to collect $50 he believed was owed him for a tattoo. Daniel pulled out a .22-caliber handgun, covered the muzzle with a towel and shot him in the face. Beverly tried to flee, but he caught her by her hair and shot her in the head. Each victim was shot three times. Daniel dragged her body to where her husband was lying, placed her body over his and covered them both with a blanket.
Daniel was arrested shortly afterward, denying any involvement. Investigator presented evidence to the contrary, Daniel confessed. Daniel's wife, Jennifer Tavares (37), was charged with one (1) misdemeanor count of rendering criminal assistance for lying to authorities to protect her husband In March 2008 Jennifer was sentenced to a year in jail after pleading guilty.
Verdict 2010 Daniel Tavares Jr. Mauck Murders
In 2010 Daniel plead guilty in Pierce County Superior Court to two (2) counts of aggravated 1st-degree murder for killing the Maucks. Daniel was sentenced to life in prison without parole. Daniel agreed to plead guilty to the charges in exchange for the death penalty. As part of the agreement Daniel waived all rights to appeal. Daniel is serving all three (3) life sentences consecutively in prison.
Verdict 2015 Daniel Tavares Gayle Botelho Murder
Daniel was convicted of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison with no possibility of parole for the murder of Gayle Botelho
Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court 2020
Daniel has gone before the state’s highest court to try to get his conviction in Gayle Botelho's murder reduced to manslaughter. The SJC had denied the appeal.
On October 27, 1988, Gayle Botelho (32) disappeared from her June Street home. Her disappearance remained unsolved until 2000.
In 2000 Daniel Tavares Jr, while serving a prison sentence for killing his mother in 1991, told investigators where to find the body of Gayle Botelho, but denied killing her. Investigators, acting on this information, unearthed Gayle's remains from a shallow grave in the yard of 314 June Street, coincidently the same house where Daniel Tavares resided in prior to moving to Somerset.
Daniel told investigators that two acquaintances killed Gayle after a night of "wild partying". Many were questioned, but authorities didn't have enough evidence to charge anyone at that time.
In 2012 Daniel claimed Gayle was killed over a cocaine debt and later confessed to killing Gayle to investigators. After killing her, he tossed Gayle's body off a second-floor porch and buried her under a tree in his backyard. Daniel admitted to acting alone and passed a Massachusetts State Police polygraph in relation to this case.
Ann Marie Tavares Murder 1991
On July 10, 1991, Daniel stabbed his mother, Ann Marie Tavares inside the home she shared with her fiancé Norman Sirois and friend Richard Pires on Wilson Avenue in Somerset. Ann Marie was stabbed at least fifteen (15) times and didn't survive. Richard was also stabbed but survived.
Daniel admitted to police he stabbed his mother. He relates a lot of reasons as to why it took place, and that some of the reasons show mental instability and the use of drugs.
Verdict 1992 Daniel Tavares Jr. Paroled 2007 for 1991 Murder
Daniel plead guilty to a reduced charge of manslaughter and was sentenced to 17 to 20 years in state prison.
In 2007, Daniel was released on personal recognizance, agreed to get a job, live with his sister and check in with his probation officer three (3) times a week. Daniel checked in twice and then fled to Washington to marry a woman, Jennifer Freitas, who he met on an internet pen pal site for inmates. They were married July 30, 2007, they have since divorced.
Brian & Beverly Mauck Murder 2007
On November 17, 2007, Daniel went to the home of Brian (30) and Beverly (28) Mauck to collect $50 he believed was owed him for a tattoo. Daniel pulled out a .22-caliber handgun, covered the muzzle with a towel and shot him in the face. Beverly tried to flee, but he caught her by her hair and shot her in the head. Each victim was shot three times. Daniel dragged her body to where her husband was lying, placed her body over his and covered them both with a blanket.
Daniel was arrested shortly afterward, denying any involvement. Investigator presented evidence to the contrary, Daniel confessed. Daniel's wife, Jennifer Tavares (37), was charged with one (1) misdemeanor count of rendering criminal assistance for lying to authorities to protect her husband In March 2008 Jennifer was sentenced to a year in jail after pleading guilty.
Verdict 2010 Daniel Tavares Jr. Mauck Murders
In 2010 Daniel plead guilty in Pierce County Superior Court to two (2) counts of aggravated 1st-degree murder for killing the Maucks. Daniel was sentenced to life in prison without parole. Daniel agreed to plead guilty to the charges in exchange for the death penalty. As part of the agreement Daniel waived all rights to appeal. Daniel is serving all three (3) life sentences consecutively in prison.
Verdict 2015 Daniel Tavares Gayle Botelho Murder
Daniel was convicted of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison with no possibility of parole for the murder of Gayle Botelho
Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court 2020
Daniel has gone before the state’s highest court to try to get his conviction in Gayle Botelho's murder reduced to manslaughter. The SJC had denied the appeal.
- Sonia Shurtliff & David Allen 1996
- Daniel J. Costa 1996
Sonia Shurtliff & David Allen 1996
On June 14, 1996, approximately 6:30 AM Fall River Police received a 911 call reporting two individuals discovered deceased at 101 Baker Street, second floor.
Fall River Police and EMS arrived and gained entry to the apartment, where they discovered two (2) victims, Sonia Shurtliff (23) and David Allen (24) deceased.
Autopsy reports states Sonia was stabbed twenty-six (26) times, strangled then shot in the head. David was stabbed twenty (20) times and shot in the head. A firearm and knife were recovered from the scene, both were determined to be the murder weapons.
Investigation
On June 13, 1996, Fall River Police executed a search warrant for 1091 Rodman Street, the residence of Julius Adams. Police seized a large quantity of narcotics and Julius was placed under arrest.
After posting bail, Julius returned home, Curtis Mitchell (24) was there. Julius explained to Curtis he overheard the police mention the basis for the search warrant was a confidential informant. based on this information Julius concluded Sonia Shurliff () and David Allen () of 101 Baker Street were the informants. Sonia and David had a history of buying narcotics from Julius on several occasions.
On June 13, 1996, Curtis arrived at Julius's residence and confessed to killing Sonia and David in their apartment that evening. The next day Curtis fled to Martha's Vineyard to a home of a friend. Curtis also confessed to the murder and described in specific the details. He admitted to shooting David, and strangling Sonia
Verdict 1998 Curtis Mitchell
Curtis was found guilty of two (2) counts of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without parole.
On June 14, 1996, approximately 6:30 AM Fall River Police received a 911 call reporting two individuals discovered deceased at 101 Baker Street, second floor.
Fall River Police and EMS arrived and gained entry to the apartment, where they discovered two (2) victims, Sonia Shurtliff (23) and David Allen (24) deceased.
Autopsy reports states Sonia was stabbed twenty-six (26) times, strangled then shot in the head. David was stabbed twenty (20) times and shot in the head. A firearm and knife were recovered from the scene, both were determined to be the murder weapons.
Investigation
On June 13, 1996, Fall River Police executed a search warrant for 1091 Rodman Street, the residence of Julius Adams. Police seized a large quantity of narcotics and Julius was placed under arrest.
After posting bail, Julius returned home, Curtis Mitchell (24) was there. Julius explained to Curtis he overheard the police mention the basis for the search warrant was a confidential informant. based on this information Julius concluded Sonia Shurliff () and David Allen () of 101 Baker Street were the informants. Sonia and David had a history of buying narcotics from Julius on several occasions.
On June 13, 1996, Curtis arrived at Julius's residence and confessed to killing Sonia and David in their apartment that evening. The next day Curtis fled to Martha's Vineyard to a home of a friend. Curtis also confessed to the murder and described in specific the details. He admitted to shooting David, and strangling Sonia
Verdict 1998 Curtis Mitchell
Curtis was found guilty of two (2) counts of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without parole.
Daniel J. Costa 1996
On October 19, 1996, Daniel J. Costa (22) was stabbed six (6) times outside of a Brayton Avenue residence. He was transported to St. Annes Hospital where he later succumbed from his injuries.
Daniel was buried in Notre Dame Cemetery.
Investigation
Mario Ledo (22), and Jayson Baptista (20) arrived at the Brayton Avenue home where a family function was occurring.
The two (2) were uninvited guests, however, were welcomed then began creating a disturbance. They were asked to leave after assaulting a female guest. Daneil followed the two (2) men outside and watched as Jayson began damaging Daniel's vehicle. Jayson stopped and engaged Daniel in a physical fight. During the fight Daniel was stabbed multiple times.
Verdict 1997 Mario Ledo
Mario's first trial in 1997 ended with a hung jury. At his second trial, he was acquitted.
Verdict 1997 Jayson Baptista
Jayson was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to twelve (12) years in prison.
Verdict 1999 Jason DeMattos
Jason drove Mario and Jayson away from the scene and to the residence of Michelle Viveiros and Keri-Lynn Garant. Jason along with the two (2) women disposed of the murder weapon. Jason plead guilty to accessory after the fact and sentenced to probation. The charges against the two (2) women were dismissed.
On October 19, 1996, Daniel J. Costa (22) was stabbed six (6) times outside of a Brayton Avenue residence. He was transported to St. Annes Hospital where he later succumbed from his injuries.
Daniel was buried in Notre Dame Cemetery.
Investigation
Mario Ledo (22), and Jayson Baptista (20) arrived at the Brayton Avenue home where a family function was occurring.
The two (2) were uninvited guests, however, were welcomed then began creating a disturbance. They were asked to leave after assaulting a female guest. Daneil followed the two (2) men outside and watched as Jayson began damaging Daniel's vehicle. Jayson stopped and engaged Daniel in a physical fight. During the fight Daniel was stabbed multiple times.
Verdict 1997 Mario Ledo
Mario's first trial in 1997 ended with a hung jury. At his second trial, he was acquitted.
Verdict 1997 Jayson Baptista
Jayson was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to twelve (12) years in prison.
Verdict 1999 Jason DeMattos
Jason drove Mario and Jayson away from the scene and to the residence of Michelle Viveiros and Keri-Lynn Garant. Jason along with the two (2) women disposed of the murder weapon. Jason plead guilty to accessory after the fact and sentenced to probation. The charges against the two (2) women were dismissed.
- Bento Perry 1997
Bento F. Perry 1997
On August 21, 1987 approximately 11:30PM Bento Perry (74) was discovered by his grandson deceased in his residence at 112 Kilburn Street. Investigators determined Bento had been severely beaten with an unknown object on August 19, 1997. An undetermined amount of cash and other valuables were stolen, along with his vehicle.
The investigation lead to a friend, Robin Lopes (27) and her boyfriend Bruce Ferreira (36) of Tiverton, Rhode Island. Bento's vehicle was later located at the Tiverton residence and both were taken into custody. Robin confessed, admitting she beat Bento to death using a metal handle. Robin explained there was am argument that turned physical. Bruce confessed to helping Robin cover-up the murder and assisted in destroying evidence.
Verdict 1998 Robin M. Lopes
Robin, after accepting a plea deal, plead guilty to manslaughter and sentenced to 20 years in prison. She also received 10-15 years in prison for larceny of motor vehicle.
Verdict 1998 Bruce Ferreira
Bruce was found not guilty of murder; however, he was convicted of accessory to manslaughter and sentenced to seven (7) years in prison. He also received 15 yeas in prison for larceny of motor vehicle.
On August 21, 1987 approximately 11:30PM Bento Perry (74) was discovered by his grandson deceased in his residence at 112 Kilburn Street. Investigators determined Bento had been severely beaten with an unknown object on August 19, 1997. An undetermined amount of cash and other valuables were stolen, along with his vehicle.
The investigation lead to a friend, Robin Lopes (27) and her boyfriend Bruce Ferreira (36) of Tiverton, Rhode Island. Bento's vehicle was later located at the Tiverton residence and both were taken into custody. Robin confessed, admitting she beat Bento to death using a metal handle. Robin explained there was am argument that turned physical. Bruce confessed to helping Robin cover-up the murder and assisted in destroying evidence.
Verdict 1998 Robin M. Lopes
Robin, after accepting a plea deal, plead guilty to manslaughter and sentenced to 20 years in prison. She also received 10-15 years in prison for larceny of motor vehicle.
Verdict 1998 Bruce Ferreira
Bruce was found not guilty of murder; however, he was convicted of accessory to manslaughter and sentenced to seven (7) years in prison. He also received 15 yeas in prison for larceny of motor vehicle.
- Robert Raposa 1998
Robert Raposa 1998
On September 6, 1998, at approximately 2:50PM Robin Raposa (36) reported to her neighbors that her husband Robert Raposa (37) had been shot. The Fall River Police arrived and located Robert deceased on the floor of a trailer behind their residence on Varley Street.
The autopsy report determined Robert had been shot twice and had blunt force trauma to his head.
Investigation
Months prior to Robert's death, Robin was having a relationship with Jason Reynolds (19) who had moved into the Raposa residence in June 1998. Robin had shared with many friends how she felt her marriage was over, and how she wished Robert was dead. She claimed she was had grown tired of supporting Robert's heroin addiction.
On September 6, 1998, approximately 1:30PM Robin visited a friend, Kim Oliveira. Robin admitted to Kim that she used a hammer to strike Robert, then shot him twice in the head. Robin asked Kim to help her dispose of the murder weapons. They drove to Dighton Landing on the Taunton River, where Robin threw the weapons into the water. Robin also asked Kim to claim they were together all day.
Kim agreed to report this fabricated alibi and provided it when she was questioned by investigators after Robert's body was found.
Kim Oliveira Changes Statement
In January 2000, Kim met with investigators and provided a different statement. Kim claims Robin admitted to her role in Robert's murder. Kim also admitted to assisting Robin in disposing of the murder weapons, and the location. Kim explained that Jason had admitted to shooting Robert. Based on the new information, Dighton Police conducted a search of Dighton Landing and recovered a hammer. A resident later reported recovering a .22 rifle in the water in the same area and turned the weapon over to Dighton Police.
Forensics matched the rifle as the same rifle Jason had borrowed from a friend prior to the murder, and the bullets matched.
Verdict 2000 Robin Raposa Medical Parole 2026
Robin was convicted of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without parole.
Verdict 2000 Jason Reynolds
Jason was found not guilty of murder but plead guilty to conspiracy to commit murder.
On September 6, 1998, at approximately 2:50PM Robin Raposa (36) reported to her neighbors that her husband Robert Raposa (37) had been shot. The Fall River Police arrived and located Robert deceased on the floor of a trailer behind their residence on Varley Street.
The autopsy report determined Robert had been shot twice and had blunt force trauma to his head.
Investigation
Months prior to Robert's death, Robin was having a relationship with Jason Reynolds (19) who had moved into the Raposa residence in June 1998. Robin had shared with many friends how she felt her marriage was over, and how she wished Robert was dead. She claimed she was had grown tired of supporting Robert's heroin addiction.
On September 6, 1998, approximately 1:30PM Robin visited a friend, Kim Oliveira. Robin admitted to Kim that she used a hammer to strike Robert, then shot him twice in the head. Robin asked Kim to help her dispose of the murder weapons. They drove to Dighton Landing on the Taunton River, where Robin threw the weapons into the water. Robin also asked Kim to claim they were together all day.
Kim agreed to report this fabricated alibi and provided it when she was questioned by investigators after Robert's body was found.
Kim Oliveira Changes Statement
In January 2000, Kim met with investigators and provided a different statement. Kim claims Robin admitted to her role in Robert's murder. Kim also admitted to assisting Robin in disposing of the murder weapons, and the location. Kim explained that Jason had admitted to shooting Robert. Based on the new information, Dighton Police conducted a search of Dighton Landing and recovered a hammer. A resident later reported recovering a .22 rifle in the water in the same area and turned the weapon over to Dighton Police.
Forensics matched the rifle as the same rifle Jason had borrowed from a friend prior to the murder, and the bullets matched.
Verdict 2000 Robin Raposa Medical Parole 2026
Robin was convicted of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without parole.
Verdict 2000 Jason Reynolds
Jason was found not guilty of murder but plead guilty to conspiracy to commit murder.
- Michele Gregory 1999
- Cecil Smith Jr. 1999
- Benjamin Pacheco 1999
- Talmage Ray Holloway 1999
Michele Smith Gregory 1999
On August 3, 1999, Michele Smith Gregory (36) was discovered by her daughter in the basement of her apartment at 84 Quequechan Street. Michele appeared to have suffered eleven (11) stab wounds. Valdomiro Gaspar (58) was charged with Michele's murder.
Verdict 2001 Valdomiro Gaspar Parole Denied 2020 Deportation Upon Release
Valdomiro Gaspar (58) plead guilty to 2nd-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison. In December 2001 Valmiro was ordered to be deported to Portugal upon his release.
On August 3, 1999, Michele Smith Gregory (36) was discovered by her daughter in the basement of her apartment at 84 Quequechan Street. Michele appeared to have suffered eleven (11) stab wounds. Valdomiro Gaspar (58) was charged with Michele's murder.
Verdict 2001 Valdomiro Gaspar Parole Denied 2020 Deportation Upon Release
Valdomiro Gaspar (58) plead guilty to 2nd-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison. In December 2001 Valmiro was ordered to be deported to Portugal upon his release.
Cecil L. Smith Jr. 1999
On August 9, 1999, approximately 10PM Cecil Smith Jr. (39), a resident of Brockton, arrived at the residence of his girlfriend, Crystal Rego (22), at 105 Pine Street.
Two (2) men later identified as Corie M. Stokes (17) and Michael Holloway (18) knocked on the door to Crystal's apartment. In response to the knock, Crystal opened the door and two (2) men stood at the threshold, “waving guns” and pointing them at Crystal with the intent to rob Cecil. Within seconds, a shot was fired killing Cecil instantly. A witness later testified that Corie admitted to being the shooter and hiding the gun.
After the shooting, Corie fled the area and 2 1/2 weeks later taken into custody at his sister's home in Waynesboro, Georgia. He was charged with 1st-degree Murder and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm.
Michael was charged with Assault by Means of a Deadly Weapon and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm.
Dana Mazyck - Witness Suspect in 2021 Double Murder
Dana testified Corie Stokes, Michael Holloway; and Alberto "Tito" Diaz, all three (3) of the men were discussing that they went to rob someone, thought the victim had a weapon, and so shot him. The three (3) men weren't armed at the time of the discussion but mentioned a .45 caliber automatic handgun and a .22 caliber Ruger pistol.
Fall River Police located a .22 caliber discharged cartridge casing just outside the threshold of Crystal's apartment. They also found a loaded .22 caliber Ruger semiautomatic pistol in the grass less than twenty-five feet from the entrance of Crystal's apartment building. Ballistics testing indicated that the discharged cartridge casing found on the hall floor was fired from the .22 caliber Ruger pistol.
The day after the shooting Fall River Police recovered a jacket with a loaded .45 caliber handgun in one pocket in a restaurant parking lot several blocks from the murder scene. A two-year old inhaler with Michael Holloway's name also was found in a pocket of the jacket.
On May 25, 2021, Dana Mazyck (21) was taken into custody in Fall River. Mazyck is charged with carrying an illegal firearm, carrying a loaded illegal firearm and unlawful discharge of a firearm within 500 feet of a building in relation the double murder of Miguel Sanjurjo (14) and Jovaughn Antonio Mills (29).
Verdict 2001 Corie Stokes Paroled 2026
On June 12, 2001, Corie was convicted of 1st-degree Murder and sentenced to life in prison without parole. Additionally, he was found guilty of Home Invasion and firearms charges and sentenced to an additional 20-25 years.
On September 10, 2014, Corie's sentence was reduced to life in prison with parole and the home invasion conviction was reduced to 15 years.
Corie was paroled in 2022 but was returned to custody for violating the terms of his parole in January 2023. Corie was re-paroled in December 2023 but was again returned to custody for violating the terms of his parole in January 2024. Corie was denied parole in 2025. In March 2026 Corie was granted parole.
Verdict 2001 Michael Holloway Convicted of Manslaughter in 2022 Murder of William Wheeler
Michael Holloway was acquitted of all charges.
Michael is the nephew of Talmage Holloway who was murdered in 1999.
On August 9, 1999, approximately 10PM Cecil Smith Jr. (39), a resident of Brockton, arrived at the residence of his girlfriend, Crystal Rego (22), at 105 Pine Street.
Two (2) men later identified as Corie M. Stokes (17) and Michael Holloway (18) knocked on the door to Crystal's apartment. In response to the knock, Crystal opened the door and two (2) men stood at the threshold, “waving guns” and pointing them at Crystal with the intent to rob Cecil. Within seconds, a shot was fired killing Cecil instantly. A witness later testified that Corie admitted to being the shooter and hiding the gun.
After the shooting, Corie fled the area and 2 1/2 weeks later taken into custody at his sister's home in Waynesboro, Georgia. He was charged with 1st-degree Murder and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm.
Michael was charged with Assault by Means of a Deadly Weapon and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm.
Dana Mazyck - Witness Suspect in 2021 Double Murder
Dana testified Corie Stokes, Michael Holloway; and Alberto "Tito" Diaz, all three (3) of the men were discussing that they went to rob someone, thought the victim had a weapon, and so shot him. The three (3) men weren't armed at the time of the discussion but mentioned a .45 caliber automatic handgun and a .22 caliber Ruger pistol.
Fall River Police located a .22 caliber discharged cartridge casing just outside the threshold of Crystal's apartment. They also found a loaded .22 caliber Ruger semiautomatic pistol in the grass less than twenty-five feet from the entrance of Crystal's apartment building. Ballistics testing indicated that the discharged cartridge casing found on the hall floor was fired from the .22 caliber Ruger pistol.
The day after the shooting Fall River Police recovered a jacket with a loaded .45 caliber handgun in one pocket in a restaurant parking lot several blocks from the murder scene. A two-year old inhaler with Michael Holloway's name also was found in a pocket of the jacket.
On May 25, 2021, Dana Mazyck (21) was taken into custody in Fall River. Mazyck is charged with carrying an illegal firearm, carrying a loaded illegal firearm and unlawful discharge of a firearm within 500 feet of a building in relation the double murder of Miguel Sanjurjo (14) and Jovaughn Antonio Mills (29).
Verdict 2001 Corie Stokes Paroled 2026
On June 12, 2001, Corie was convicted of 1st-degree Murder and sentenced to life in prison without parole. Additionally, he was found guilty of Home Invasion and firearms charges and sentenced to an additional 20-25 years.
On September 10, 2014, Corie's sentence was reduced to life in prison with parole and the home invasion conviction was reduced to 15 years.
Corie was paroled in 2022 but was returned to custody for violating the terms of his parole in January 2023. Corie was re-paroled in December 2023 but was again returned to custody for violating the terms of his parole in January 2024. Corie was denied parole in 2025. In March 2026 Corie was granted parole.
Verdict 2001 Michael Holloway Convicted of Manslaughter in 2022 Murder of William Wheeler
Michael Holloway was acquitted of all charges.
Michael is the nephew of Talmage Holloway who was murdered in 1999.
Benjamin Pacheco 1999
On July 6, 1999, at approximately 12:50AM a fight broke out on Alden Street resulting in Benjamin Pacheco (19) and Justin Santerre (17) being stabbed. The suspect fled the scene. Both men were transported to Charlton Memorial Hospital. Benjamin succumbed to his injuries, and Justin was airlifted to a Boston Hospital.
Timothy Bastille (19) was arrested and charged with murder and two (2) counts of Armed Assault with Intent to Murder.
Verdict 1999 Timothy Bastille Prison Sentence Completed - Released Deceased 2025
Timothy plead guilty to the death of Benjamin Pacheco and sentenced to ten (10) years in prison.
Justin Santerre Murder Conviction 2014 Rhode Island
On March 2, 2014, Justin Santerre (32) fatally stabbed Satchel Ramos (22) seven (7) times, stabbed Clyde Ramos (29) four (4) times, and punched Sam Marino on Atwells Avenue in Providence. Justin plead guilty to 2nd-degree murder, assault with dangerous weapon and simple assault and sentenced to 60 years in prison. He must serve 40 years before being able to request parole.
On July 6, 1999, at approximately 12:50AM a fight broke out on Alden Street resulting in Benjamin Pacheco (19) and Justin Santerre (17) being stabbed. The suspect fled the scene. Both men were transported to Charlton Memorial Hospital. Benjamin succumbed to his injuries, and Justin was airlifted to a Boston Hospital.
Timothy Bastille (19) was arrested and charged with murder and two (2) counts of Armed Assault with Intent to Murder.
Verdict 1999 Timothy Bastille Prison Sentence Completed - Released Deceased 2025
Timothy plead guilty to the death of Benjamin Pacheco and sentenced to ten (10) years in prison.
Justin Santerre Murder Conviction 2014 Rhode Island
On March 2, 2014, Justin Santerre (32) fatally stabbed Satchel Ramos (22) seven (7) times, stabbed Clyde Ramos (29) four (4) times, and punched Sam Marino on Atwells Avenue in Providence. Justin plead guilty to 2nd-degree murder, assault with dangerous weapon and simple assault and sentenced to 60 years in prison. He must serve 40 years before being able to request parole.
Talmage Ray Holloway 1999
On June 7, 1999, at approximately 10:45PM Talmage Ray Holloway (37) was shot multiple times outside of his residence at 280 5th Street. Talmage was transported to St. Annes Hospital and pronounced dead.
Ernie, his brother was sitting next to him when the shooting took place. Ernie was grazed with a bullet but refused hospital treatment. Fall River Police recovered five (5) shell casings, no firearm was recovered. Talmage had been a victim of several incidents in the weeks prior to his murder. Talmage assaulted a male after an argument involving a fire at Talmage's apartment. This male then returned with a dozen friends and severely assaulted Talmage with baseball bats, fracturing his arm. The male was identified to police and was questioned regarding the murder.
Verdict Arthur Kitty Prison Sentence Completed - Released
On June 11, 1999, Arthur Kitty (20) of Dorchester was arrested by Fall River Police the next day while carrying an illegal handgun in the same neighborhood. Arthur later served nine (9) years in prison for manslaughter and firearms charges.
On June 7, 1999, at approximately 10:45PM Talmage Ray Holloway (37) was shot multiple times outside of his residence at 280 5th Street. Talmage was transported to St. Annes Hospital and pronounced dead.
Ernie, his brother was sitting next to him when the shooting took place. Ernie was grazed with a bullet but refused hospital treatment. Fall River Police recovered five (5) shell casings, no firearm was recovered. Talmage had been a victim of several incidents in the weeks prior to his murder. Talmage assaulted a male after an argument involving a fire at Talmage's apartment. This male then returned with a dozen friends and severely assaulted Talmage with baseball bats, fracturing his arm. The male was identified to police and was questioned regarding the murder.
Verdict Arthur Kitty Prison Sentence Completed - Released
On June 11, 1999, Arthur Kitty (20) of Dorchester was arrested by Fall River Police the next day while carrying an illegal handgun in the same neighborhood. Arthur later served nine (9) years in prison for manslaughter and firearms charges.
- Edward Negron & Lisandro Medin 2001
- Raymond Matos & Robert Hebert Jr. 2001
Edward Negron & Lisandro Medina 2001
On July 31, 2001, at approximately 4PM Lisandro Medina (25) and Edwin Negron (33) were discovered shot to death on Bell Rock Road.
Investigation Summary
A local resident returning home from work noticed a motor vehicle parked sideways, with the engine running in the middle of Bell Rock Road in Fall River. Upon closer examination there appeared a bullet a hole through the driver's side window, the passenger side door was ajar, and a body lay on the ground fifty (50) yards north of the vehicle.
Lisandro Medina was found dead in the driver's seat. He had suffered two gunshot wounds to his forehead and a single gunshot wound to the back of his left shoulder. The victim found lying on the ground, Edward Negron, had suffered a fatal gunshot wound to the back of his head and four gunshot wounds to his back. Both men, who were cousins, were laid to rest in Puerto Rico.
Verdict 2001 Jarin Perez
Jarin Perez (19) was convicted of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison.
On July 31, 2001, at approximately 4PM Lisandro Medina (25) and Edwin Negron (33) were discovered shot to death on Bell Rock Road.
Investigation Summary
A local resident returning home from work noticed a motor vehicle parked sideways, with the engine running in the middle of Bell Rock Road in Fall River. Upon closer examination there appeared a bullet a hole through the driver's side window, the passenger side door was ajar, and a body lay on the ground fifty (50) yards north of the vehicle.
Lisandro Medina was found dead in the driver's seat. He had suffered two gunshot wounds to his forehead and a single gunshot wound to the back of his left shoulder. The victim found lying on the ground, Edward Negron, had suffered a fatal gunshot wound to the back of his head and four gunshot wounds to his back. Both men, who were cousins, were laid to rest in Puerto Rico.
Verdict 2001 Jarin Perez
Jarin Perez (19) was convicted of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison.
Raymond Matos & Robert Hebert Jr. 2001
On December 1, 2001, an explosion and fire destroyed the 3-story residential property at 30 Coral Street. Two (2) men, Raymond Matos (26) and Robert Hebert Jr. (28) were later discovered deceased in the basement of the building.
Investigation
The investigation turned to the owner of the building, Joseph Megna (71). Investigators learned the building was set on fire by the two (2) deceased men, who were paid to by Joseph to burn the building.
Joseph had a criminal history for drug charges, false insurance claim in connection a fire that destroyed his business, Joe's Snack Shack on East Main Street and possession of stolen goods. In January 2002 Joseph was arrested at his residence in St. Petersburg, Florida and charged with two (2) counts of 2nd-degree murder, arson, and conspiracy.
Verdict 2003 Joseph Megna
In Massachusetts a person cannot be convicted of murdering co-conspirators who accidentally kill themselves while executing the felony they all agreed to commit, the second-degree murder and arson charges were dismissed. Joseph was ultimately convicted only on lesser insurance fraud and conspiracy charges.
Public records indicate Joseph sold the property in 2004.
On December 1, 2001, an explosion and fire destroyed the 3-story residential property at 30 Coral Street. Two (2) men, Raymond Matos (26) and Robert Hebert Jr. (28) were later discovered deceased in the basement of the building.
Investigation
The investigation turned to the owner of the building, Joseph Megna (71). Investigators learned the building was set on fire by the two (2) deceased men, who were paid to by Joseph to burn the building.
Joseph had a criminal history for drug charges, false insurance claim in connection a fire that destroyed his business, Joe's Snack Shack on East Main Street and possession of stolen goods. In January 2002 Joseph was arrested at his residence in St. Petersburg, Florida and charged with two (2) counts of 2nd-degree murder, arson, and conspiracy.
Verdict 2003 Joseph Megna
In Massachusetts a person cannot be convicted of murdering co-conspirators who accidentally kill themselves while executing the felony they all agreed to commit, the second-degree murder and arson charges were dismissed. Joseph was ultimately convicted only on lesser insurance fraud and conspiracy charges.
Public records indicate Joseph sold the property in 2004.
- David Gaspar & Gary Fragoza 2002
David Gaspar & Gary Fragoza 2002
On May 5, 2002, approximately 12:50 AM David Gaspar (48) and Gary Fragoza (43) died in a structure fire at a triple decker home at 47 Manton Street. Both men were found unresponsive, transported to St. Anne's Hospital and pronounced deceased.
Investigation
William Brophy (45) confessed to police that he started the fire by using a cigarette and a book of matches. He claimed he lit the cigarette and matches on top of a mattress in a bedroom and fled. William stated he started the fire after being assaulted earlier by the two (2) men. William had a long history of mental illness and had been drinking alcohol and not taking his medications.
Verdict 2004 William Brophy
William was convicted of two (2) counts of manslaughter and sentenced to 19-20 years in prison.
On May 5, 2002, approximately 12:50 AM David Gaspar (48) and Gary Fragoza (43) died in a structure fire at a triple decker home at 47 Manton Street. Both men were found unresponsive, transported to St. Anne's Hospital and pronounced deceased.
Investigation
William Brophy (45) confessed to police that he started the fire by using a cigarette and a book of matches. He claimed he lit the cigarette and matches on top of a mattress in a bedroom and fled. William stated he started the fire after being assaulted earlier by the two (2) men. William had a long history of mental illness and had been drinking alcohol and not taking his medications.
Verdict 2004 William Brophy
William was convicted of two (2) counts of manslaughter and sentenced to 19-20 years in prison.
- William Casavant 2003
William Casavant 2003
On November 2, 2003, Fall River Police received a 911 call from Kathleen Ferreira (30) requesting assistance at their Foot Street residence, she shared with William Casavant (50). William and Kathleen had a well-documented violent relationship. William and Kathleen met in 2000 while they both were participants in an alcohol detox program. William's wife, Jane Casvant (24) had passed away in 1979.
Fall River Police arrived and located William, deceased. Kathleen explained to investigators that William had been drinking and threatened to kill himself by ingesting a large number of pills. Kathleen claimed William at one point had vomited and fell from the bed. She claimed she cleaned him up but was unable to get him back onto the bed, so she left on the floor. Kathleen left the home for less than an hour, and upon her return determined William wasn't breathing. She attempted CPR, then dialed 911.
Investigation
Emergency Medical Services arrived along with the police. The EMS providers informed investigators at the scene William had likely been dead for longer than Kathleen claimed. It appeared Rigor Mortis stage of death had begun.
The Medical Examiner determined William had been forcibly suffocated. Kathleen was charged with 2nd-degree murder.
Verdict 2008 Kathleen Ferreira
All charges were dismissed. In July 2008 the Court found the grand jury had heard sufficient evidence that Kathleen had committed 2nd- degree murder. Kathleen acknowledged she had held the pillow "hard" over the victim's face, she maintained to the end that she "did not do it to hurt him".
The Court concludes that the integrity of the grand jury proceeding was impaired by an unfair and misleading presentation as to Kathleen's statement of her state of mind as she allegedly placed the pillow over the victim's face. It was further impaired because the testifying officer ignored material exculpatory portions of her testimony and thus kept the exculpatory evidence from the grand jury. The result was that the evidence was materially distorted. The officer's testimony was made with reckless disregard of the truth and with the intention of securing a murder indictment.
On November 2, 2003, Fall River Police received a 911 call from Kathleen Ferreira (30) requesting assistance at their Foot Street residence, she shared with William Casavant (50). William and Kathleen had a well-documented violent relationship. William and Kathleen met in 2000 while they both were participants in an alcohol detox program. William's wife, Jane Casvant (24) had passed away in 1979.
Fall River Police arrived and located William, deceased. Kathleen explained to investigators that William had been drinking and threatened to kill himself by ingesting a large number of pills. Kathleen claimed William at one point had vomited and fell from the bed. She claimed she cleaned him up but was unable to get him back onto the bed, so she left on the floor. Kathleen left the home for less than an hour, and upon her return determined William wasn't breathing. She attempted CPR, then dialed 911.
Investigation
Emergency Medical Services arrived along with the police. The EMS providers informed investigators at the scene William had likely been dead for longer than Kathleen claimed. It appeared Rigor Mortis stage of death had begun.
The Medical Examiner determined William had been forcibly suffocated. Kathleen was charged with 2nd-degree murder.
Verdict 2008 Kathleen Ferreira
All charges were dismissed. In July 2008 the Court found the grand jury had heard sufficient evidence that Kathleen had committed 2nd- degree murder. Kathleen acknowledged she had held the pillow "hard" over the victim's face, she maintained to the end that she "did not do it to hurt him".
The Court concludes that the integrity of the grand jury proceeding was impaired by an unfair and misleading presentation as to Kathleen's statement of her state of mind as she allegedly placed the pillow over the victim's face. It was further impaired because the testifying officer ignored material exculpatory portions of her testimony and thus kept the exculpatory evidence from the grand jury. The result was that the evidence was materially distorted. The officer's testimony was made with reckless disregard of the truth and with the intention of securing a murder indictment.
- Raymond Davila 2004
Raymond Davila 2004
On June 29, 2004, Raymond Davila (29), wheelchair bound, was beaten, stabbed and pushed down a flight of stairs at Ship's Cove at 130 Canal Street. The investigation led to Fred Dixon (29) and Felix Marrero (23).
Verdict 2006 Felix Marrero
Felix was acquitted of all charges.
Verdict 2006 Fred Dixon Paroled 2020
Fred was found guilty of 2nd-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after serving fifteen (15) years.
On June 29, 2004, Raymond Davila (29), wheelchair bound, was beaten, stabbed and pushed down a flight of stairs at Ship's Cove at 130 Canal Street. The investigation led to Fred Dixon (29) and Felix Marrero (23).
Verdict 2006 Felix Marrero
Felix was acquitted of all charges.
Verdict 2006 Fred Dixon Paroled 2020
Fred was found guilty of 2nd-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after serving fifteen (15) years.
- Suzy Goulart 2005
Suzy Goulart 2005
On April 16, 2005, Fall River Fire and Police Departments responded to Pleasant View housing development for a fire alarm in apartment 21D. Upon arrival, firefighters gained entry to her apartment, which was filled with smoke and flames. Firefighters discovered a pan burning on the stove and blood on the floor. Suzy Goulart (23) was discovered deceased with forty (40) stab wounds and thirteen (13) slash wounds. In her hands was a severed telephone cord. The knife used was never found, Suzy's murder went unsolved.
Investigation 2006
In 2006, Suzy's case was re-examined as a result of a newly elected District Attorney. On April 16, 2005, Patricia Moran, Suzy's roommate was moving out of the apartment due to being evicted and pending criminal charges of assaulting Suzy during an argument over a debt.
Patricia's boyfriend, and his brother Jermaine Holley were helping move Patricia's belongings into a truck. Jermaine explained Suzy still owned Patricia money. Suzy returned home just after 9PM and was met by Jermaine. They both entered the apartment, closed the door and loud music began to play. A neighbor who lived next door, heard a scream but could not tell the source. Shortly after that, she saw smoke coming from the victim's apartment and called the fire department.
Verdict 2011 Jermaine Holley Appeal Denied 2016
Jermaine was convicted of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
On April 16, 2005, Fall River Fire and Police Departments responded to Pleasant View housing development for a fire alarm in apartment 21D. Upon arrival, firefighters gained entry to her apartment, which was filled with smoke and flames. Firefighters discovered a pan burning on the stove and blood on the floor. Suzy Goulart (23) was discovered deceased with forty (40) stab wounds and thirteen (13) slash wounds. In her hands was a severed telephone cord. The knife used was never found, Suzy's murder went unsolved.
Investigation 2006
In 2006, Suzy's case was re-examined as a result of a newly elected District Attorney. On April 16, 2005, Patricia Moran, Suzy's roommate was moving out of the apartment due to being evicted and pending criminal charges of assaulting Suzy during an argument over a debt.
Patricia's boyfriend, and his brother Jermaine Holley were helping move Patricia's belongings into a truck. Jermaine explained Suzy still owned Patricia money. Suzy returned home just after 9PM and was met by Jermaine. They both entered the apartment, closed the door and loud music began to play. A neighbor who lived next door, heard a scream but could not tell the source. Shortly after that, she saw smoke coming from the victim's apartment and called the fire department.
Verdict 2011 Jermaine Holley Appeal Denied 2016
Jermaine was convicted of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
- Krista L. Lucianno 2006
- Nathan M. Harrington 2006
Krista L. Lucianno 2006
On January 14, 2006, approximately 7:30 AM a family member discovered Krista Lucianno (17) deceased in the garage of 3817 North Main Street, the home of her maternal grandparents and uncle, Christopher Banville (32).
During the evening of January 13, 2006, Christopher complained twice to his father that Krista was talking on the telephone with a man older than her. Christopher's father dismissed the complaints and let it be.
Approximately midnight Christopher's father went downstairs to the finished basement to check on Krista and Chritopher. He witnessed Krista asleep on the couch but didn't see Christopher.
Approximately 2AM Christopher's mother heard the alarm on Toyota Highlander but dismissed it since the dogs didn't start barking.
Approximately 7:30 A.M. Christopher's father discovered Krista's body on the floor of the garage, which is located off the finished basement. Her body was cold and naked, except for the shirt that had been pulled halfway up her chest. A dog leash was wrapped around her neck, and a right-sided head wound. A crowbar was out of place in the garage, Christopher and his mother's vehicle were gone.
Autopsy determined Krista died from blunt neck trauma with cervical fractures, and ligature strangulation.
Fall River Police, due to the vehicle reported being stolen, we able to activate the "LoJack" vehicle tracking system. on January 14, 2006, at 3:15 PM the vehicle was located by Maryland State Police on Route 95 near Baltimore. Christopher was the sole occupant.
Verdict 2008 Christopher Banville
Christopher was found guilty of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without parole. He was also guilty of larceny of motor vehicle and sentenced to an additional (5-7) years in prison.
On January 14, 2006, approximately 7:30 AM a family member discovered Krista Lucianno (17) deceased in the garage of 3817 North Main Street, the home of her maternal grandparents and uncle, Christopher Banville (32).
During the evening of January 13, 2006, Christopher complained twice to his father that Krista was talking on the telephone with a man older than her. Christopher's father dismissed the complaints and let it be.
Approximately midnight Christopher's father went downstairs to the finished basement to check on Krista and Chritopher. He witnessed Krista asleep on the couch but didn't see Christopher.
Approximately 2AM Christopher's mother heard the alarm on Toyota Highlander but dismissed it since the dogs didn't start barking.
Approximately 7:30 A.M. Christopher's father discovered Krista's body on the floor of the garage, which is located off the finished basement. Her body was cold and naked, except for the shirt that had been pulled halfway up her chest. A dog leash was wrapped around her neck, and a right-sided head wound. A crowbar was out of place in the garage, Christopher and his mother's vehicle were gone.
Autopsy determined Krista died from blunt neck trauma with cervical fractures, and ligature strangulation.
Fall River Police, due to the vehicle reported being stolen, we able to activate the "LoJack" vehicle tracking system. on January 14, 2006, at 3:15 PM the vehicle was located by Maryland State Police on Route 95 near Baltimore. Christopher was the sole occupant.
Verdict 2008 Christopher Banville
Christopher was found guilty of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without parole. He was also guilty of larceny of motor vehicle and sentenced to an additional (5-7) years in prison.
Nathan M. Harrigan 2006
On March 18, 2006, approximately 2:13 AM Fall River Police responded to reports of gunshots in the area of 18 Quequechan Street. Police arrived and located a victim, Nathan Harrington (22) on the front porch of 18 Quequechan Street suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was transported to the hospital and later succumbed to his injuries. Police determined fifteen (15) shots were fired, nine (9) striking the victim. The investigation linked the shooting to a possible gang feud. Two (2) men were arrested and charged, Leonard Gonsalves (18) and Sarath Lon (23).
Verdict 2008 Leonard Gonsalves
Leonard was acquitted of all charges.
Verdict 2008 Sarath Lon Paroled 2021 Deported 2026
Sarath was convicted of 2nd-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison with possibility of parole. Upon parole, Sarath was deported. May 2026 Sarath Lon, a Cambodian national, who reentered the U.S. illegally was arrested in Concord, Massachusetts by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
On June 2026 U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced Sarath has been deported.
On March 18, 2006, approximately 2:13 AM Fall River Police responded to reports of gunshots in the area of 18 Quequechan Street. Police arrived and located a victim, Nathan Harrington (22) on the front porch of 18 Quequechan Street suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was transported to the hospital and later succumbed to his injuries. Police determined fifteen (15) shots were fired, nine (9) striking the victim. The investigation linked the shooting to a possible gang feud. Two (2) men were arrested and charged, Leonard Gonsalves (18) and Sarath Lon (23).
Verdict 2008 Leonard Gonsalves
Leonard was acquitted of all charges.
Verdict 2008 Sarath Lon Paroled 2021 Deported 2026
Sarath was convicted of 2nd-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison with possibility of parole. Upon parole, Sarath was deported. May 2026 Sarath Lon, a Cambodian national, who reentered the U.S. illegally was arrested in Concord, Massachusetts by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
On June 2026 U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced Sarath has been deported.
- Osvaldo Gonzalez-Martinez 2009
- Charles Smith 2009
Osvaldo Gonzalez-Martinez 2009 On December 27, 2009, 27-year-old Osvaldo Gonzalez Martinez (27) was shot and killed in a confrontation at 68 Aetna Street. Osvaldo arrived at the residence where Arnaldo Flores (26) was staying with his sister, Neidy Mendez and her boyfriend Carlos Rivera. Osvaldo attempted to rob Arnaldo at gunpoint, however a physical altercation occurred resulting in Osvaldo being shot three (3) times, killing him.
After the shooting, the trio wrapped Osvaldo's body in a carpet and transported it to a remote area in Little Compton, Rhode Island and dumped it in the Sakonnet River. Shortly thereafter the body washed up on the beach.
Verdict 2011 Arnaldo Flores Paroled Denied 2026
Arnaldo was convicted of 2nd-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison, with eligibility for parole after 15 years served.
At the time of the murder, Flores and two other individuals were selling narcotics out of their apartment in Fall River. On the day of the murder, Flores was in the apartment alone when Gonzalez-Martinez arrived. According to Flores, Gonzalez-Martinez was armed with a firearm in order to steal money and drugs. Flores said that Gonzalez-Martinez grew increasingly agitated when he did not find much money or drugs at the apartment. A struggle ensued, and Flores shot Gonzalez-Martinez three times, killing him. Flores admitted to shooting Gonzalez-Martinez; however, he claimed that it was a justified use of self-defense.
On May 19, 2011, after a jury trial in Bristol Superior Court, Flores was convicted of second-degree murder. He was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole. On that same date, he was found guilty of possession of a firearm without an FID card and received a 2-year sentence to run concurrently with his life sentence.
After the shooting, the trio wrapped Osvaldo's body in a carpet and transported it to a remote area in Little Compton, Rhode Island and dumped it in the Sakonnet River. Shortly thereafter the body washed up on the beach.
Verdict 2011 Arnaldo Flores Paroled Denied 2026
Arnaldo was convicted of 2nd-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison, with eligibility for parole after 15 years served.
At the time of the murder, Flores and two other individuals were selling narcotics out of their apartment in Fall River. On the day of the murder, Flores was in the apartment alone when Gonzalez-Martinez arrived. According to Flores, Gonzalez-Martinez was armed with a firearm in order to steal money and drugs. Flores said that Gonzalez-Martinez grew increasingly agitated when he did not find much money or drugs at the apartment. A struggle ensued, and Flores shot Gonzalez-Martinez three times, killing him. Flores admitted to shooting Gonzalez-Martinez; however, he claimed that it was a justified use of self-defense.
On May 19, 2011, after a jury trial in Bristol Superior Court, Flores was convicted of second-degree murder. He was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole. On that same date, he was found guilty of possession of a firearm without an FID card and received a 2-year sentence to run concurrently with his life sentence.
Charles Smith 2009
On July 26, 2009, approximately 8 PM Charles Smith (23) was shot while sitting in parked vehicle near 280 5th Street. Charles was transported to St. Anne's Hospital, then transferred to Rhode Island Hospital. On July 28, 2009, Charles succumbed to his injuries.
Jesse Eaton (31) was arrested on assault charges, which were upgraded to murder once Charles was deceased. Wigberto Sanchez () was charged with accessory to murder.
Verdict 2014 Jesse Eaton
Jesse plead guilty to manslaughter, as well as misleading police. He was sentenced to serve 15 to 16 years in prison.
Verdict 2010 Wigberto Sanchez Deceased 2010 - Suffolk County Jail
While being held for trial at Suffolk County Jail, Wigberto was found deceased in his cell on March 6, 2010.
On July 26, 2009, approximately 8 PM Charles Smith (23) was shot while sitting in parked vehicle near 280 5th Street. Charles was transported to St. Anne's Hospital, then transferred to Rhode Island Hospital. On July 28, 2009, Charles succumbed to his injuries.
Jesse Eaton (31) was arrested on assault charges, which were upgraded to murder once Charles was deceased. Wigberto Sanchez () was charged with accessory to murder.
Verdict 2014 Jesse Eaton
Jesse plead guilty to manslaughter, as well as misleading police. He was sentenced to serve 15 to 16 years in prison.
Verdict 2010 Wigberto Sanchez Deceased 2010 - Suffolk County Jail
While being held for trial at Suffolk County Jail, Wigberto was found deceased in his cell on March 6, 2010.
- Jonathan Nieves 2010
- David Arruda 2010
Jonathan Nieves 2010
On February 27, 2010, at approximately 2:30 AM shots rang out on Charles Street in the Sunset Hill Housing Complex. Jonathan Nieves (25) and his brother Jacobo Nieves were shot while they sat in the backseat of a parked Jaguar. They both were transported to St. Anne's Hospital where Jonathan Nieves was pronounced died and his brother was treated for gunshot wounds. The investigation determined the shooting was the result of an ongoing gang-related dispute. However, the victims had no role in the gang dispute and were innocent victims.
Verdict 2016 Errol Powell
Errol Powell (21) was convicted of manslaughter, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, and carrying an illegal firearm and sentenced to 20-25 years in prison.
On February 27, 2010, at approximately 2:30 AM shots rang out on Charles Street in the Sunset Hill Housing Complex. Jonathan Nieves (25) and his brother Jacobo Nieves were shot while they sat in the backseat of a parked Jaguar. They both were transported to St. Anne's Hospital where Jonathan Nieves was pronounced died and his brother was treated for gunshot wounds. The investigation determined the shooting was the result of an ongoing gang-related dispute. However, the victims had no role in the gang dispute and were innocent victims.
Verdict 2016 Errol Powell
Errol Powell (21) was convicted of manslaughter, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, and carrying an illegal firearm and sentenced to 20-25 years in prison.
David Arruda 2010 Murder / Suicide
On March 1, 2010 approximately 12:30 PM Alfred Arruda Jr. (43) shot and killed his brother David Andrade (42) on the front porch of their home located at 80 Edmund Street, also wounding his aunt, Barbara Platt (71). Alfred fled the scene in his green Ford Explorer.
At 1:15 PM Alfred's vehicle was located at the Watuppa Boat Club in Westport, located on the South Watuppa Pond. Two (2) club officials reported Alfred was in his vehicle and appeared to have fatal injuries from a self-inflicted wound, and a firearm on his lap.
On March 1, 2010 approximately 12:30 PM Alfred Arruda Jr. (43) shot and killed his brother David Andrade (42) on the front porch of their home located at 80 Edmund Street, also wounding his aunt, Barbara Platt (71). Alfred fled the scene in his green Ford Explorer.
At 1:15 PM Alfred's vehicle was located at the Watuppa Boat Club in Westport, located on the South Watuppa Pond. Two (2) club officials reported Alfred was in his vehicle and appeared to have fatal injuries from a self-inflicted wound, and a firearm on his lap.
- Aja Pascual 2012
Aja Pascual 2012
On September 29, 2012, at approximately 1:23 PM Fall River police were dispatched to area of 800 Cherry Street for a possible shooting. Upon arrival police located Aja Pascual (31) suffering from a fatal gunshot wound to her head while sitting in her vehicle.
Verdict 2016 Bradyn LePage
Brandyn was convicted of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life without parole.
In 2024 Bradyn Lepage received a revised sentence of life with the possibility of parole in 20 years, he will be eligible for parole in seven (7) years.
On September 29, 2012, at approximately 1:23 PM Fall River police were dispatched to area of 800 Cherry Street for a possible shooting. Upon arrival police located Aja Pascual (31) suffering from a fatal gunshot wound to her head while sitting in her vehicle.
Verdict 2016 Bradyn LePage
Brandyn was convicted of 1st-degree murder and sentenced to life without parole.
In 2024 Bradyn Lepage received a revised sentence of life with the possibility of parole in 20 years, he will be eligible for parole in seven (7) years.
- David Rodrigues 2014
David Rodrigues 2014
On January 4, 2014, approximately 12:55 AM Fall River Police received a 911 call reporting a male had been shot outside of 130 Canal Street. Upon arrival police located the victim, identified as David Rodrigues (26). He was transported to St. Annes Hospital and pronounced deceased.
Investigation
Surveillance video from the apartment building shows David leaving the elevator at the first-floor lobby. He walked toward an entrance to the building and gestured for someone, later identified as William Tate (34) to come inside. William entered the building and followed David into the laundry room. After several minutes, both men left the laundry room, and William appeared to leave the building.
David returned to the apartment to look for his sister, Jasmine Ward, who was originally going to go out that evening with William.
David was unable to locate her, although she was in the bathroom, David left the apartment again and went back to the 1st-floor.
William drove past the main entrance and David ran outside with his cellphone in his hand, David was shot twice. William fled the scene to his mother's home in Rhode Island. He was later stopped by Rhode island State Police and taken into custody.
Verdict 2016 William Tate
William was convicted of 2nd-degree murder and other charges. He was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison with edibility for parole after 19 years.
On January 4, 2014, approximately 12:55 AM Fall River Police received a 911 call reporting a male had been shot outside of 130 Canal Street. Upon arrival police located the victim, identified as David Rodrigues (26). He was transported to St. Annes Hospital and pronounced deceased.
Investigation
Surveillance video from the apartment building shows David leaving the elevator at the first-floor lobby. He walked toward an entrance to the building and gestured for someone, later identified as William Tate (34) to come inside. William entered the building and followed David into the laundry room. After several minutes, both men left the laundry room, and William appeared to leave the building.
David returned to the apartment to look for his sister, Jasmine Ward, who was originally going to go out that evening with William.
David was unable to locate her, although she was in the bathroom, David left the apartment again and went back to the 1st-floor.
William drove past the main entrance and David ran outside with his cellphone in his hand, David was shot twice. William fled the scene to his mother's home in Rhode Island. He was later stopped by Rhode island State Police and taken into custody.
Verdict 2016 William Tate
William was convicted of 2nd-degree murder and other charges. He was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison with edibility for parole after 19 years.
- Jerrod Cohen 2016
Jerrod Cohen 2016
On July 11, 2016, approximately 9:27PM Fall River Police received several 911 calls reporting a shooting at 129 Pine Street. Upon arrival police located the victim, Jerrod Cohen (29) shot multiple times on the porch. He was transported to Rhode Island Hospital where he succumbed to the injuries.
The investigation led to Jayden Smith (16), Joel Lopez (16) and a juvenile (16). Witnesses and video surveillance showed Jayden and Joel both firing at Jerrod and another individual. The dispute centered around a female between Jerrod's friend and Joel. The firearms used in the murder have never been recovered.
Joel was arrested shortly after the shooting, Jayden later taken into custody on October 24, 2016, after hiding in a bedroom at the home of a friend at 448 East Main Street.
Verdict Joel Lopez
Unable to locate outcome
Verdict Jayden Smith Paroled 2025
Jayden was found guilty of manslaughter and ordered to serve 8.5-11.5 years in prison.
In March 2026, Jayden Smith (25) was arrested after Fall River Police executed a search warrant for an address on Peckham Street.
for unrelated crimes.
On July 11, 2016, approximately 9:27PM Fall River Police received several 911 calls reporting a shooting at 129 Pine Street. Upon arrival police located the victim, Jerrod Cohen (29) shot multiple times on the porch. He was transported to Rhode Island Hospital where he succumbed to the injuries.
The investigation led to Jayden Smith (16), Joel Lopez (16) and a juvenile (16). Witnesses and video surveillance showed Jayden and Joel both firing at Jerrod and another individual. The dispute centered around a female between Jerrod's friend and Joel. The firearms used in the murder have never been recovered.
Joel was arrested shortly after the shooting, Jayden later taken into custody on October 24, 2016, after hiding in a bedroom at the home of a friend at 448 East Main Street.
Verdict Joel Lopez
Unable to locate outcome
Verdict Jayden Smith Paroled 2025
Jayden was found guilty of manslaughter and ordered to serve 8.5-11.5 years in prison.
In March 2026, Jayden Smith (25) was arrested after Fall River Police executed a search warrant for an address on Peckham Street.
for unrelated crimes.
- Kristina Reis 2017
Kristina Reis 2017
On May 22, 2017, at approximately 9:22PM, Scott Rego (26) called 911 to report that he and his girlfriend had stabbed each other. On the recorded 911 call, Scott described the altercation as a major fight, and he stabbed Kristina Reis (36) after she had first stabbed him the chest.
Police and EMS arrived at 17 Linden Street and located Kristina at the threshold to the first-floor apartment’s door. Kristina was not responsive and was suffering from life threating wounds. She was transported to Charlton Memorial Hospital, where she was pronounced dead at 9:48 PM.
Scott was located in the third-floor apartment. He was suffering from a stab wound to the chest. He was transported to St. Anne's Hospital then later transferred to Rhode Island Hospital.
Scott was arrested and charged with murder. Kristina and Scott had a turbulent and violent four-year relationship. Kristina was buried in Notre Dame Cemetery
Verdict 2021 Scott Rego
Scott Rego plead guilty to voluntary manslaughter and sentenced to 8 ½ to 12 ½ years in prison.
On May 22, 2017, at approximately 9:22PM, Scott Rego (26) called 911 to report that he and his girlfriend had stabbed each other. On the recorded 911 call, Scott described the altercation as a major fight, and he stabbed Kristina Reis (36) after she had first stabbed him the chest.
Police and EMS arrived at 17 Linden Street and located Kristina at the threshold to the first-floor apartment’s door. Kristina was not responsive and was suffering from life threating wounds. She was transported to Charlton Memorial Hospital, where she was pronounced dead at 9:48 PM.
Scott was located in the third-floor apartment. He was suffering from a stab wound to the chest. He was transported to St. Anne's Hospital then later transferred to Rhode Island Hospital.
Scott was arrested and charged with murder. Kristina and Scott had a turbulent and violent four-year relationship. Kristina was buried in Notre Dame Cemetery
Verdict 2021 Scott Rego
Scott Rego plead guilty to voluntary manslaughter and sentenced to 8 ½ to 12 ½ years in prison.
- Maurice Timberlake 2018
- Lance Correia 2018
Maurice Timberlake 2018
On February 14, 2018, at 4:30PM Fall River Police received 911 calls reporting shots fired and a male victim in the area of 408 South Main Street. Fall River Police and EMS arrived and located Maurice Timberlake (24) suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to Saint Anne’s Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Autopsy determined he was shot seven (7) times.
Maurice was leaving the courthouse when he was shot. He had been in court Wednesday afternoon, to complete a dangerousness hearing regarding charges that he had assaulted his pregnant girlfriend. Maurice was found dangerous, was released with a GPS bracelet after his hearing, and ordered to have no contact with the girlfriend and no use of a firearm.
On October 25, 2015, Keishon Workman was wounded in a shooting outside a nightclub on Sixth Street. Keishon told investigators he believed that Maurice had been the shooter. The investigation determined Maurice had no connection to Keishon's case.
Verdict 2024 Keishon Workman
Keishon Workman (25) was convicted of murder and sentenced to 30-years-to life in prison.
On February 14, 2018, at 4:30PM Fall River Police received 911 calls reporting shots fired and a male victim in the area of 408 South Main Street. Fall River Police and EMS arrived and located Maurice Timberlake (24) suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to Saint Anne’s Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Autopsy determined he was shot seven (7) times.
Maurice was leaving the courthouse when he was shot. He had been in court Wednesday afternoon, to complete a dangerousness hearing regarding charges that he had assaulted his pregnant girlfriend. Maurice was found dangerous, was released with a GPS bracelet after his hearing, and ordered to have no contact with the girlfriend and no use of a firearm.
On October 25, 2015, Keishon Workman was wounded in a shooting outside a nightclub on Sixth Street. Keishon told investigators he believed that Maurice had been the shooter. The investigation determined Maurice had no connection to Keishon's case.
Verdict 2024 Keishon Workman
Keishon Workman (25) was convicted of murder and sentenced to 30-years-to life in prison.
L Lance Correia 2018
On October 9, 2018, at approximately 11:39PM Fall River Police received multiple 911 calls from 202 Rock Street reporting an unconscious male severely bleeding.
Fall River Police and EMS arrived at 11:43 PM and located the victim, Lance Correia (39) inside the apartment of Shannon Smith (36), pacing and disoriented. Lance was able to walk independently, accompanied by police and paramedics, out of the apartment and downstairs to the ambulance. Once in the ambulance, Lance became more disoriented and combative. While enroute to Rhode Island Hospital, Lance had a seizure and never regained consciousness. Lance had been removed from life support at Rhode Island Hospital at the request of his family and then transferred to McCarthy Care Center in Sandwich.
Lance died on November 9, 2018. The autopsy report indicated blunt force trauma to his head. Lance was laid to rest in St. Patrick's Cemetery.
Investigation
Investigators determined Adam Levesque (38), Shannon Smith (36) and Lance Correia all injected heroin that Adam had brought to the apartment. At some point Adam realized that the remainder of his heroin, $2000 worth, was allegedly missing and demanded it to be returned. Adam, Lance and Jamieson Silvia (44) searched the apartment for the missing drugs. Adam began arguing with Lance about the missing drugs and struck Lance in the head with a hammer. At 11:38 PM Adam called 911 requesting an ambulance.
Adam and Shannon fled to New York. They were apprehended on October 18, 2018, by Massachusetts State Police, Fall River Police, New York City Police & US Marshals.
Verdict 2022 Adam J. Levesque
Adam Levesque was convicted of 2nd degree murder and sentenced to life in prison, with the possibility for parole after 25 years
Verdict 2021 Jaimeson Silvia Shannon Smith No Prosecution
Acquitted of all charges All charges were dropped for cooperation as a witness
On October 9, 2018, at approximately 11:39PM Fall River Police received multiple 911 calls from 202 Rock Street reporting an unconscious male severely bleeding.
Fall River Police and EMS arrived at 11:43 PM and located the victim, Lance Correia (39) inside the apartment of Shannon Smith (36), pacing and disoriented. Lance was able to walk independently, accompanied by police and paramedics, out of the apartment and downstairs to the ambulance. Once in the ambulance, Lance became more disoriented and combative. While enroute to Rhode Island Hospital, Lance had a seizure and never regained consciousness. Lance had been removed from life support at Rhode Island Hospital at the request of his family and then transferred to McCarthy Care Center in Sandwich.
Lance died on November 9, 2018. The autopsy report indicated blunt force trauma to his head. Lance was laid to rest in St. Patrick's Cemetery.
Investigation
Investigators determined Adam Levesque (38), Shannon Smith (36) and Lance Correia all injected heroin that Adam had brought to the apartment. At some point Adam realized that the remainder of his heroin, $2000 worth, was allegedly missing and demanded it to be returned. Adam, Lance and Jamieson Silvia (44) searched the apartment for the missing drugs. Adam began arguing with Lance about the missing drugs and struck Lance in the head with a hammer. At 11:38 PM Adam called 911 requesting an ambulance.
Adam and Shannon fled to New York. They were apprehended on October 18, 2018, by Massachusetts State Police, Fall River Police, New York City Police & US Marshals.
Verdict 2022 Adam J. Levesque
Adam Levesque was convicted of 2nd degree murder and sentenced to life in prison, with the possibility for parole after 25 years
Verdict 2021 Jaimeson Silvia Shannon Smith No Prosecution
Acquitted of all charges All charges were dropped for cooperation as a witness
- Gary W. Werra 2019
- William Wheeler 2019
Gary W. Werra 2019
On December 24, 2019, at 5:30PM Fall River Police received a 911 call from the sister of Jose Amador-Ayala (27) reporting she witnessed her brother place the body of Gary Werra (39) in the trunk of her vehicle and forced her to drive to secluded area near Gold Medal Bakery where Jose dumped the body.
During the ride, Jose admitted to stabbing Gary. After dumping the body, she dropped Jose off at this apartment on County Street. She proceeded to her boyfriend's house, disclosed the incident and called the Fall River Police.
Police interviewed her and she went along with investigators to the location the body was dumped. There police discovered Gary's body wrapped and hidden under a discarded mattress. The autopsy reported stated Gary had been stabbed sixty-eight (68) times. Investigators determined the stabbing took place at 76 Angell Street. The knife and other evidence were recovered.
Verdict 2024 Jose Amador-Ayala
Jose Amador-Ayala (27) plead guilty to 2nd-degree murder and was sentenced to life in prison, with the possibility of parole after 22 years. The motive behind the fatal stabbing was a love triangle between Jose, Gary and another woman. His sister was not charged with any crimes.
On December 24, 2019, at 5:30PM Fall River Police received a 911 call from the sister of Jose Amador-Ayala (27) reporting she witnessed her brother place the body of Gary Werra (39) in the trunk of her vehicle and forced her to drive to secluded area near Gold Medal Bakery where Jose dumped the body.
During the ride, Jose admitted to stabbing Gary. After dumping the body, she dropped Jose off at this apartment on County Street. She proceeded to her boyfriend's house, disclosed the incident and called the Fall River Police.
Police interviewed her and she went along with investigators to the location the body was dumped. There police discovered Gary's body wrapped and hidden under a discarded mattress. The autopsy reported stated Gary had been stabbed sixty-eight (68) times. Investigators determined the stabbing took place at 76 Angell Street. The knife and other evidence were recovered.
Verdict 2024 Jose Amador-Ayala
Jose Amador-Ayala (27) plead guilty to 2nd-degree murder and was sentenced to life in prison, with the possibility of parole after 22 years. The motive behind the fatal stabbing was a love triangle between Jose, Gary and another woman. His sister was not charged with any crimes.
William Wheeler 2019
On February 13, 2019, William Wheeler (17) and his cousin Michael Holloway (19) stole a backpack and clothing from a friend at knifepoint. William masterminded the robbery by telling the victim they were getting together to smoke marijuana. The victim told his father about the incident with Michael and William. The victim's father confronted William's stepfather, who called William and told him to return the stolen property.
After the armed robbery Michael, William, and two (2) other cousins returned to William's apartment at 96 Fountain Street. While the four (4) were watching a movie, Michael and William began arguing about a pillow and blanket. Michael took out a knife and cut William on the nose. William spent the next hour in the bathroom cleaning his face. While in the bathroom, William called his mother and decided to leave the apartment, taking the stolen backpack with him. Michael saw William taking the backpack and confronted him. During the confrontation Michael stabbed William in the stomach. Michael then took the backpack and fled.
Fall River Police and EMS arrived and located William on the floor suffering a superficial stab wound to his nose and bleeding from a serious stab wound in the stomach. He was rushed to Saint Anne’s Hospital and died of his injuries.
Michael Holloway was taken into custody a day later at a family member’s house in West Warwick, Rhode Island.
Verdict 2022 Michael Holloway Acquitted of the 1999 Murder of Cecil Smith Jr.
Michael Holloway plead guilty to manslaughter, assault and battery and armed robbery. Michael was sentenced to 10 to 12½ years in state prison and another five years’ supervised probation.
On February 13, 2019, William Wheeler (17) and his cousin Michael Holloway (19) stole a backpack and clothing from a friend at knifepoint. William masterminded the robbery by telling the victim they were getting together to smoke marijuana. The victim told his father about the incident with Michael and William. The victim's father confronted William's stepfather, who called William and told him to return the stolen property.
After the armed robbery Michael, William, and two (2) other cousins returned to William's apartment at 96 Fountain Street. While the four (4) were watching a movie, Michael and William began arguing about a pillow and blanket. Michael took out a knife and cut William on the nose. William spent the next hour in the bathroom cleaning his face. While in the bathroom, William called his mother and decided to leave the apartment, taking the stolen backpack with him. Michael saw William taking the backpack and confronted him. During the confrontation Michael stabbed William in the stomach. Michael then took the backpack and fled.
Fall River Police and EMS arrived and located William on the floor suffering a superficial stab wound to his nose and bleeding from a serious stab wound in the stomach. He was rushed to Saint Anne’s Hospital and died of his injuries.
Michael Holloway was taken into custody a day later at a family member’s house in West Warwick, Rhode Island.
Verdict 2022 Michael Holloway Acquitted of the 1999 Murder of Cecil Smith Jr.
Michael Holloway plead guilty to manslaughter, assault and battery and armed robbery. Michael was sentenced to 10 to 12½ years in state prison and another five years’ supervised probation.
- Lal Kishor Mahaseth 2021
Lal Kishor Mahaseth 2021
On October 18, 2021, A customer entered the Stop N Save at 201 Rock St. to buy food at around 10:30 PM instead, the customer discovered the store owner/clerk identified as Lal Kishor Mahaseth (54) shot dead behind the counter. The customer called 911 and Fall River EMS transported the victim to Charlton Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead at 11:14 PM.
On November 4, 2021, Nelson Coelho (37), of Fall River, was arrested, although already in police custody for unrelated armed robbery that also occurred on October 17, 2021, just several blocks away.
Verdict 2024 Nelson Coelho
Nelson Coelho was convicted of 1st-degree murder, armed robbery and carrying an illegal firearm. Coelho was also convicted of armed robbery of the 7-Days Food Mart in Fall River the night before the murder. Coelho was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the murder and 8 to 10 years in prison for the armed robbery.
On October 18, 2021, A customer entered the Stop N Save at 201 Rock St. to buy food at around 10:30 PM instead, the customer discovered the store owner/clerk identified as Lal Kishor Mahaseth (54) shot dead behind the counter. The customer called 911 and Fall River EMS transported the victim to Charlton Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead at 11:14 PM.
On November 4, 2021, Nelson Coelho (37), of Fall River, was arrested, although already in police custody for unrelated armed robbery that also occurred on October 17, 2021, just several blocks away.
Verdict 2024 Nelson Coelho
Nelson Coelho was convicted of 1st-degree murder, armed robbery and carrying an illegal firearm. Coelho was also convicted of armed robbery of the 7-Days Food Mart in Fall River the night before the murder. Coelho was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the murder and 8 to 10 years in prison for the armed robbery.
- Jose Solorzano Zelaya 2022
- Antonio Soares 2022
Jose Solorzano Zelaya 2022
On October 9, 2022, approximately 1:30AM Fall River Police Department responded to Riverside Sports Bar and Restaurant at 31 Rodman Street for an altercation and possible shooting. The victim, Jose Solorzano Zelaya (45) was discovered suffering from a gunshot wound outside of the establishment. He was transported to St. Anne's Hospital and pronounced dead. Reports indicate a fight broke out inside the bar and then continued outside. Jose, who was outside and not involved in the altercation, tried to help the bouncer of the establishment when he was shot. The entire incident was captured on video surveillance.
Investigation Summary
Video surveillance captured the fight beginning inside the establishment. The fight involved Anthony Miranda-Lizardi and four (4) other men. The video captured Anthony taking out a firearm, pointing it an unknown male, striking him while he was involved in the fight with one of Anthony's associates inside the bar. Anthony and another male were pushed out of the bar by the bouncers.
Anthony was able to gain entry to the bar a second time, but was forced back out by the bouncer, until Anthony brandished a firearm.
Luis Colon Delgado (42) attempted to remove a chair from the establishment to use outside in the fight. Jose Zelaya and the bouncer attempted to prevent Luis from taking the chair. Luis and two (2) others began assaulting Jose Zelaya, Anthony Mirand-Lizardi (39) attempted to assist his colleagues and struck Jose Zelaya twice with the firearm. The firearm discharged shooting Jose Zelaya in the side.
All those involved in the fight fled the scene.
Verdict 2023 Luis Colon-Delgado Prison Sentence Completed - Released
Luis plead guilty to Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon and Assault and Battery and was sentenced to three (3) years in prison with credit of 253 days served.
Verdict 2023 Jose Pagan Prison Sentence Completed - Released
Jose Pagan (23) plead guilty to Accessory After the Fact, Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon, and Assault and Battery. He was sentenced to one year (1) in prison with credit of 121 days served.
Verdict 2026 Anthony Miranda-Lizardi
Anthony plead guilty to Manslaughter and Carrying a Firearm Without a License. He was sentenced to 10-20 years in prison.
On October 9, 2022, approximately 1:30AM Fall River Police Department responded to Riverside Sports Bar and Restaurant at 31 Rodman Street for an altercation and possible shooting. The victim, Jose Solorzano Zelaya (45) was discovered suffering from a gunshot wound outside of the establishment. He was transported to St. Anne's Hospital and pronounced dead. Reports indicate a fight broke out inside the bar and then continued outside. Jose, who was outside and not involved in the altercation, tried to help the bouncer of the establishment when he was shot. The entire incident was captured on video surveillance.
Investigation Summary
Video surveillance captured the fight beginning inside the establishment. The fight involved Anthony Miranda-Lizardi and four (4) other men. The video captured Anthony taking out a firearm, pointing it an unknown male, striking him while he was involved in the fight with one of Anthony's associates inside the bar. Anthony and another male were pushed out of the bar by the bouncers.
Anthony was able to gain entry to the bar a second time, but was forced back out by the bouncer, until Anthony brandished a firearm.
Luis Colon Delgado (42) attempted to remove a chair from the establishment to use outside in the fight. Jose Zelaya and the bouncer attempted to prevent Luis from taking the chair. Luis and two (2) others began assaulting Jose Zelaya, Anthony Mirand-Lizardi (39) attempted to assist his colleagues and struck Jose Zelaya twice with the firearm. The firearm discharged shooting Jose Zelaya in the side.
All those involved in the fight fled the scene.
Verdict 2023 Luis Colon-Delgado Prison Sentence Completed - Released
Luis plead guilty to Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon and Assault and Battery and was sentenced to three (3) years in prison with credit of 253 days served.
Verdict 2023 Jose Pagan Prison Sentence Completed - Released
Jose Pagan (23) plead guilty to Accessory After the Fact, Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon, and Assault and Battery. He was sentenced to one year (1) in prison with credit of 121 days served.
Verdict 2026 Anthony Miranda-Lizardi
Anthony plead guilty to Manslaughter and Carrying a Firearm Without a License. He was sentenced to 10-20 years in prison.
Antonio Soares 2022
On August 21, 2022, approximately 9:15 PM Fall River Police Department responded to 296 County Street, Latino's Cafe for a stabbing. The victim, Antonio Soares (58) was discovered suffering from seven (7) to nine (9) stab wounds. He was rushed to Rhode Island Hospital, where he died during surgery.
The investigation determined the suspect and the victim knew each other.
Verdict 2025 Jordan Gottlieb
Jordan Gottlieb (20) plead guilty to a lesser charge of Manslaughter after originally being charged with Murder. He was sentenced to not less than 15 years to not more than 20 years.
On August 21, 2022, approximately 9:15 PM Fall River Police Department responded to 296 County Street, Latino's Cafe for a stabbing. The victim, Antonio Soares (58) was discovered suffering from seven (7) to nine (9) stab wounds. He was rushed to Rhode Island Hospital, where he died during surgery.
The investigation determined the suspect and the victim knew each other.
Verdict 2025 Jordan Gottlieb
Jordan Gottlieb (20) plead guilty to a lesser charge of Manslaughter after originally being charged with Murder. He was sentenced to not less than 15 years to not more than 20 years.
- Jessina Simmons Montanez 2023
Jessina I. Simmons Montanez 2023
On May 29, 2023, approximately 12:36PM Fall River Police received 911 calls reporting a possible shooting at Globe Car Wash on Broadway. Upon arrival they located the victim, Jessina Simmons Montanez (45) deceased in the vehicle wash bay.
Surveillance cameras from the car wash captured Leo Angelo (33), assaulting Jessina, dragging her out of her car, stabbing her, then shooting her. Leo then fled the scene prior to police arrival.
Thirty minutes after the incident, Leo presented himself at the Tiverton Police Department and admitted to his actions. Leo and Jessina were previously in a relationship. Jessina acquired a restraining order against Leo earlier in May 2023.
Verdict 2025 Angelo Leo
Angelo was convicted of Manslaughter and other charges. He was sentenced to not less than 28 years to not more than 35 years in prison.
On May 29, 2023, approximately 12:36PM Fall River Police received 911 calls reporting a possible shooting at Globe Car Wash on Broadway. Upon arrival they located the victim, Jessina Simmons Montanez (45) deceased in the vehicle wash bay.
Surveillance cameras from the car wash captured Leo Angelo (33), assaulting Jessina, dragging her out of her car, stabbing her, then shooting her. Leo then fled the scene prior to police arrival.
Thirty minutes after the incident, Leo presented himself at the Tiverton Police Department and admitted to his actions. Leo and Jessina were previously in a relationship. Jessina acquired a restraining order against Leo earlier in May 2023.
Verdict 2025 Angelo Leo
Angelo was convicted of Manslaughter and other charges. He was sentenced to not less than 28 years to not more than 35 years in prison.