Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Rhode Island State Police announced the results of "Operation Iceberg," which charged eight Rhode Islanders with possession of child pornography.
A Barrington man, 57, was among eight Rhode Island residents arrested by the State Police on child pornography charges on Tuesday, April 30. State Police officers presented John Licciardello, of 65 Prospect St., for arraignment in Sixth District Court, Warwick, on one count each of possession and transfer of child pornography. Col. Steven O'Donnell said in a statement that the Computer Crimes Unit/Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force led an undercover operation, called "Operation Iceberg," that identified the eight men. A follow-up investigation found "[n]umerous images and videos of child pornography" on their computers and digital media. Also arrested were: Two Woonsocket residents were also arrested on active warrants for …
Friday, December 28, 2012
They will be stepping up enforcement for speeding, driving while impaired, aggressive driving, texting violations, seat belt, and child restraint violations.
Colonel Steven G. O’Donnell, superintendent of the Rhode Island State Police, announced today that during the upcoming New Year’s holiday, the Rhode Island State Police, through funding obtained by the Rhode Island Department of Transportation, Office on Highway Safety, will have additional patrols throughout the state. The Rhode Island State Police will be stepping up enforcement for speeding, driving while impaired, aggressive driving, texting violations, seat belt, and child restraint violations. These patrols are in addition to regular patrols and are targeting impaired and reckless operators. The goal is to make our highways safer and everyone’s New Year a happy and memorable one. During the holiday weekend, we can expect an …
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
RI Attorney General, RIDOT and others to kick off 'Txtng & Drivng...It Can Wait' campaign today, Sept. 19.
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Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Today, Sept. 19, is “National Don’t Text and Drive Day.” In Rhode Island, Attorney General Peter F. Kilmartin, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation and AT&T will mark the day by kicking off the “Txtng & Drivng…It Can Wait” public awareness campaign at Cranston High School East. Kilmartin, Cranston Mayor Allan Fung, transportation officials, the RI State Police, and others will talk about the dangers of distracted driving and share a documentary on the topic from 9:30 to 10:30 am. After the documentary, students will be asked to sign a pledge that they will not text while driving.
Thursday, August 30, 2012
Sgt. Joseph Andreozzi allegedly threatened his ex-wife; there was no physical contact, according to RI State Police.
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Thursday, August 30, 2012
A Barrington police officer pleaded not guilty in court Thursday, Aug. 30, after his arrest early this morning by the Rhode Island State Police for allegedly threatening his ex-wife, according to WPRI TV. Sgt. Joseph Andreozzi, 45, pleaded not guilty to a charge of domestic disorderly conduct. Andreozzi and his ex-wife reportedly were arguing on the phone when he allegedly threatened her late Wednesday night, according to WPRI-TV. She contacted Barrington police and left her home, where Andreozzi reportedly showed up a short time later. There was no physical altercation, said the state police, who were called in for reasons of impartiality. Andreozzi was released after his arraignment and given a no-contact order.
Monday, August 20, 2012
Rhode Island State Police will have extra patrols during the weeks surrounding Labor Day to pull over drunk drivers.
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Monday, August 20, 2012
The Labor Day weekend and the weeks before it are prime time for Rhode Island students of all ages to be heading back to school. To help reduce the number of car accidents and keep traveling students and families safe this season, the Rhode Island State Police will have extra patrols throughout the state. These efforts are related to a nationwide program sponsored by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) known as “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.” Colonel Steven G. O’Donnell, Superintendent of the Rhode Island State Police and Commissioner of the Rhode Island Department of Public Safety, announced last week that commencing last Friday, Aug. 17, and continuing through and including Monday, September 3, the Rhode…
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