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BBC News
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Headlines in the West of England: Lion sculptures and 'thigh-deep' mud
Here's our daily pick of stories from across local websites in the West of England, and interesting content from social media. Our pick of local website stories Punk duo Bob Vylan played a last-minute gig in Bristol on Friday, amid two police investigations into the band, Bristol Live says.A Swindon woman whose cat was killed by a loose dog is calling for a change to the law, writes the Swindon a Gloucester exhibition is asking to loan people's music memorabilia for their exhibition celebrating the last 100 years of bands in Gloucester, Punchline says. Our top three from yesterday What to watch on social media People have told the RNLI in Weston-super-Mare that they had to wade through thigh deep mud for an hour and a half to reach the sea. The "biggest walking rugby festival in the world" took place in Kingswood on Saturday, with clubs from across the UK visiting.A parade of lion sculptures has invaded Gloucester and Cheltenham and people can log the trail on a mobile Police seized an e-bike on Saturday which was capable of going more than 30mph.
Business Mayor
18-05-2025
- Business Mayor
Two off-duty Massachusetts firefighters, bystanders, rescue three after car plunges into water, flips over
GLOUCESTER — Chief Eric Smith reports that the Gloucester Fire Department responded Sunday when a car containing three people plunged into the water at St. Peter's Park. Two off-duty firefighters on a boat nearby witnessed the crash, and one immediately jumped into the Gloucester Harbor Cove water to help. Their rescue efforts were joined by several local fishermen and other bystanders at the scene. The pair of off-duty Gloucester firefighters, Deputy Chief Andrew McRobb and Lt. William Doucette, called the incident into dispatch at 10:49 a.m., Sunday, May 18. Lt. Doucette entered the water to help several crewmembers from Tight Lines, a Gloucester-based lobster boat, who had broken one of the car windows with a hammer to help free the occupants. They worked together quickly with a small group of brave bystanders to help all three of the car's occupants out of the vehicle, which had landed on its roof. According to a preliminary investigation, the vehicle was driven around granite barriers and over the seawall, where it plunged about 15-20 feet into the water. A Gloucester Police investigation is active and ongoing. Gloucester Fire crews arrived on the scene and discovered all three occupants were out of the vehicle but still in the water. The bystanders and off-duty firefighters rendered aid and kept the rescued car's occupants' heads above the water level. 'Fortunately it was low tide and not high tide,' said Deputy Chief Tom LoGrande. All three occupants were transported to area hospitals with varying injuries. Lt. Doucette was also transported to an area hospital with minor injuries. 'Lt. Doucette jumped into the water with little regard for his own safety,' said Deputy Chief LoGrande. 'I'm happy to report that Lt. Doucette is okay after this ordeal. Three people could have easily been lost in Gloucester this morning if not for the bold and decisive actions of these two firefighters and a group of very brave bystanders.' Gloucester Police also responded to the scene and assisted with traffic and crowd control. A local tow company removed the vehicle from the water. All three occupants were conscious and alert when they were removed from the water and transported to area hospitals. 'We'd like to thank everyone who helped get these three people get out of the vehicle,' said Chief Smith. 'If not for all of their selfless efforts, this could have been a tragic day in Gloucester. Instead, this is an inspirational story of our community banding together to help three people in mortal danger. All of these people working together in an emergency makes me proud to be a Gloucester resident.'
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Yahoo
Gloucester police officer charged with possession of child pronography
BOSTON (WWLP) – A Gloucester police officer has been charged in federal court with possession of child sexual abuse material following an investigation that allegedly linked him to a dark web platform used to distribute illicit content involving children. Alexander Aiello, 24, of Gloucester, faces one count of possession of child pornography. He is expected to appear in U.S. District Court in Boston on a date yet to be scheduled. According to federal prosecutors, Aiello, a patrol officer with the Gloucester Police Department, was identified as a registered user of a hidden dark website known to facilitate the sharing of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). The site allowed users to download, view, and distribute explicit content involving minors. On April 28, investigators executed search warrants at Aiello's residence and on his person, leading to the seizure of several electronic devices, including a laptop, cell phone, and a USB thumb drive reportedly discovered in a bedroom nightstand. Preliminary forensic analysis of the devices revealed that a TOR browser — a tool commonly used to access dark web content — was installed and actively running on Aiello's laptop at the time of the search. Investigators also found encrypted folders on both the USB drive and the laptop, along with file download data consistent with recent activity. 'As a law enforcement officer, Mr. Aiello was entrusted with safeguarding the community – and that includes protecting children from exploitation and abuse. Instead, he allegedly participated in one of the most reprehensible forms of exploitation,' said U.S. Attorney Leah B. Foley. 'Whether the offender is a private citizen or a public official, our mission remains the same: to protect children and pursue justice for victims.' James Crowley, Acting Special Agent in Charge of the FBI's Boston Division, echoed that sentiment. 'As a police officer, Alexander Aiello was sworn to protect and serve, but today, the FBI arrested him for possessing images of children being sexually abused,' he said. 'Those who seek out this despicable material are perpetuating the victimization of innocent children. Protecting kids from this physical and emotional trauma is our priority.' The charge of possession of child pornography carries a minimum sentence of five years and a maximum of 20 years in federal prison. If convicted, Aiello could also face at least five years of supervised release, with the possibility of a lifetime term, and a fine of up to $250,000. The Gloucester Police Department has not yet released a public statement regarding Aiello's current employment status or whether administrative action has been taken. Anyone with information related to this case is encouraged to contact the FBI Boston Division. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Yahoo
Gloucester Police officer on leave amid ‘ongoing cybercrime investigation,' authorities say
Officials say a Gloucester Police officer was placed on leave Monday amid an ongoing federal investigation. According to Chief Edward Conley, the FBI executed search warrants at two private residences in the city, including one owned by a Gloucester Police officer, in connection to an ongoing cybercrime investigation. The police officer, whose identity was not released, has been placed on paid administrative leave. "At this time, there is no information indicating that the investigation is related to any conduct performed while on duty or related to their duties as a Gloucester Police Department employee," police wrote in a press release. No further information was immediately available. This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
