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Former Fall River police chief Paul Gauvin, who resigned in 2024 and was subsequently terminated before returning as a captain, has had his firing overturned.
What’s The Process For Former Chief Paul Gauvin to Return to the FRPD? Read More
The Fall River Police Department has released 18 months of crime data, covering 2025 and the first six months of 2026.
FRPD Releases Crime Statistics for 2025, First Half of 2026 Read More
Fall River and State Police continue to investigate a double homicide in Fall River last night. A suspect has been arrested.
Police Make Arrest in Double Homicide Read More
Fall River Police Chief Kelly Furtado announced last week that she is on leave and intends to retire on June 1. She has appointed Deputy Chief J.T. Hoar to serve …
Acting Police Chief Looking to Maintain the Mission of the Department Read More
The rift between the Coogan administration and the city council over the police department’s execution of a search warrant against an anonymous Facebook user for comments made on the department’s …
Coogan Administration, City Council Remain at Odds over Police Investigation Read More