Raynham Police Department

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Raynham Police Charge Man with 5th OUI Offense Following Crash

Raynham Police Department
Chief James Donovan
53 Orchard St.,
Raynham, MA 02767

For Immediate Release

Friday, Oct. 5, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: ben@jgpr.net

Raynham Police Charge Man with 5th OUI Offense Following Crash

RAYNHAM — Chief James Donovan reports that the Raynham Police Department arrested and charged a man with his fifth OUI after he allegedly caused a crash while driving drunk Thursday afternoon.

PETER TRUDEAU, AGE 57, OF RAYNHAM was charged with:

  • OUI Liquor (Fifth Offense)
  • Leaving the Scene of Personal Injury (Two Counts)
  • OUI Liquor Causing Serious Injury
  • Negligent Operation of a Motor Vehicle
  • Operation of a Motor Vehicle After License Revocation While Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol
  • Use Without Authority

At approximately 1:15 p.m. Thursday, Raynham Police responded to New State Highway (Route 44) near the Route 24 North on-ramp for a report of a three-car crash.

Upon arrival, officers located a Chrysler Sebring and a Nissan Sentra, both of which had rear-end damage. The driver of the Chrysler, Benvida Fall, age 83, of Taunton and the driver of the Nissan, Grace Levinson, age 67, of Fall River were both injured. They were taken by ambulance to Morton Hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening.

A witness told police that a third vehicle that caused the crash left the scene. The witness also reported that the driver of a black Ford Taurus, later identified as TRUDEAU, struck the Nissan from behind and caused the Nissan to collide with the Chrysler.

TRUDEAU allegedly got out of the Ford Taurus and went up to the other vehicles before subsequently fleeing.

The witness was able to get the license plate of the Ford Taurus and a description of TRUDEAU and gave it to police.

Officers then went to a home on Church Street where the vehicle was registered and found the crashed Ford Taurus in the driveway.

TRUDEAU was also found to be at the home. Through the subsequent investigation, it was determined that TRUDEAU was drunk and that he had been driving the vehicle. He was arrest without further incident. He declined medical attention and was taken to the Raynham Police Department for booking.

TRUDEAU was held on $20,000 bail pending his arraignment today in Taunton District Court.

The Ford Taurus belongs to a woman that TRUDEAU was living with and he did not have permission to be driving the vehicle. In 2006, TRUDEAU received a lifetime revocation of his license by the Massachusetts Department of Motor Vehicles following his fourth OUI offense.

These are allegations. All suspects are innocent until proven guilty.

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*UPDATED* Community Update from Raynham Police

*UPDATED*

Community Update from Raynham Police

RAYNHAM — Chief James Donovan reports that the Raynham Police Department spoke with a resident today about an incident that happened this morning where he gave a boy an umbrella.

After speaking with the resident, it has been determined that the man only wanted to help the boy because it was raining hard and he gave him the umbrella to use at the bus stop.

The boy told Raynham Middle School officials about the incident when he got to school and school officials notified police.

Due to recent reports in nearby communities about a man in a vehicle approaching children and asking them if they want a ride to school, out of an abundance of caution Raynham Police sought to speak with the driver and the man came forward Friday afternoon.

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Two Injured in Crash on Route 138 in Raynham Overnight

For Immediate Release

Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-742-3922
Email: ben@jgpr.net

Two Injured in Crash on Route 138 in Raynham Overnight

RAYNHAM — Fire Chief James T. Januse and Police Chief James Donovan report that the Raynham Fire and Police Departments responded to a crash on Route 138 late Wednesday night where two people were injured.

At approximately 11:15 p.m., police and fire personnel responded to the area of 1958 Broadway in Raynham, near the Easton town line. Members of the Easton Fire Department also responded.

Upon arrival, rescuers found two vehicles that had collided partially head-on. Both vehicles sustained significant damage.

A 51-year-old Taunton man, who was driving a brown 2003 Toyota Corolla, was seriously injured and was taken by ambulance to Rhode Island Hospital.

A 39-year-old Walpole woman, driving a green 2010 Toyota Rav4, was taken by an Easton Fire Department ambulance to Good Samaritan Medical Center in Brockton with injuries that are not believed to be life threatening.

The drivers were the only occupants of the vehicles.

Route 138 was closed down for about 45 minutes until the scene was cleared.

The cause of the crash is currently under investigation by the Raynham Police Department.

Anyone who witnessed the crash is asked to contact Raynham Police at 508-824-2716.

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Raynham Police Department to Participate in Pink Patch Project

Raynham Police Department
Chief James Donovan
53 Orchard St.,
Raynham, MA 02767

For Immediate Release

Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: ben@jgpr.net

Raynham Police Department to Participate in Pink Patch Project

RAYNHAM — Chief James Donovan is pleased to announce that the Raynham Police Department will be participating in the Pink Patch Project.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and through the Raynham Pink Patch Project, the department will be selling pink versions of department’s patch. The money raised from the sale of the limited edition patches will be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

“Unfortunately, breast cancer affects many people in Raynham and throughout the world every year,” Chief Donovan said. “I am glad that our department can do our small part toward finding a cure for this devastating disease.”

Look for the fine officers of the Raynham Police Department as they proudly display the pink patches on their uniforms throughout the month of October.

Patches are available to purchase for $10 apiece and can be picked up at the Raynham Police Department, 53 Orchard St., and for $13 each by mail. Cash, money orders or checks made out to the Raynham Pink Patch Project are accepted.

To request a patch via email, please contact Sgt. Anthony Barbour at abarbour@raynhampd.com.

The Pink Patch Project is a collaborative effort between the Los Angeles County Police Chiefs’ Association and public safety agencies nationwide. These agencies have joined together through the project to combat breast cancer by raising both public awareness and funds for breast cancer education, research and treatment.

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Raynham Police and Fire Departments Respond to Motorcycle Crash on Route 138

For Immediate Release

Monday, Sept. 10, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-742-3922
Email: ben@jgpr.net

Raynham Police and Fire Departments Respond to Motorcycle Crash on Route 138

RAYNHAM — Police Chief James Donovan and Fire Chief James T. Januse report that the Raynham Police and Fire Departments are responding to a motorcycle crash on Route 138 near the I-495 South on-ramp Monday morning.

Route 138 at the scene of the crash and the on-ramp to I-495 South are currently partially closed with limited access. Drivers are asked to seek alternate routes while the crash is being investigated. 

At approximately 6:15 a.m., rescuers responded to a report of a motorcycle crash on Blue Star Memorial Highway (Route 138).

Upon arrival, first responders located the male operator of a motorcycle off the road near a wooded area with a serious leg injury. He was taken by a Raynham Fire Department ambulance to Rhode Island Hospital. His injuries do not appear to be life-threatening at this time.

The preliminary investigation indicates that the motorcycle collided with a sedan driven by a woman who was attempting to turn from Route 138 onto the I-495 South on-ramp.

The woman driver was also transported to a local hospital for minor injuries.

The cause of the crash is being investigated by the Raynham Police Department’s accident reconstruction unit. All lanes will be reopened once the scene has been cleared.

Anyone who witnessed the crash is asked to call Raynham Police at 508-824-2716.

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Raynham Police Department

James W. Donovan, Chief of Police

53 Orchard St.
Raynham, MA 02767

Business: 508-824-2716

Always Dial 911 in case of Emergency