Category: Leicester

A 40-year-old Leicester man was arrested for assault with a dangerous weapon after allegedly driving his vehicle at two men who asked him to leave their Main Street property, police said.

A Worcester woman was arrested after allegedly stealing more than $700 worth of merchandise from the Leicester Walmart, including an HP computer monitor, frozen dog treats, candy, women’s clothing, and men’s suit pants.

A Rochdale man was arrested after a traffic stop led to the discovery of methamphetamine, a false identity, and outstanding warrants from Tennessee for assault, vandalism, and DUI, according to police.

A man previously trespassed from Walmart was caught shoplifting at the Leicester location. During booking, police discovered a bag of Percocet pills he admitted he intended to sell.

During the execution of a search warrant at a Cherry Valley residence, police found crack cocaine, a shotgun, a handgun, and ammunition. One resident—who lacked a firearms license—was arrested and released.

Leicester police responded to a domestic disturbance where a woman was found intoxicated and accused of assaulting her boyfriend, damaging their apartment, and interfering with a 911 call. She was later arrested and charged.