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Providence Police Joint Investigation With RI AG’s Violent Crime Initiative Leads to Major Cocaine Seizure and Multiple Arrests
Providence, RI — A joint narcotics investigation conducted through the Rhode Island Attorney General’s Violent Crime Initiative has resulted in the arrest of three individuals and the seizure of more than four kilograms of suspected cocaine, a firearm, cash, vehicles, and narcotics-related evidence connected to a large-scale drug trafficking operation operating in and around Providence. The investigation,…
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Providence Public Safety Announces Safety Measures, Road Closures for FIFA World Cup FanZone at Station Park
Providence, RI — In just a few weeks, Providence will welcome the world as Rhode Island hosts a historic “Summer of Soccer” tied to FIFA World Cup matches at Gillette Stadium. From June 11 through July 19, the City’s official FIFA sanctioned PVD FanZone at Station Park will serve as a gathering place for fans from around the globe to celebrate…
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Providence Police Seize Over Half a Kilogram of Cocaine and Hundreds of Grams of Fentanyl in Major Multi-Case Crackdown
The Providence Police Department Narcotics Bureau had a highly productive enforcement week, culminating in three significant investigations that dismantled multiple drug distribution operations across Providence and surrounding communities. Over the course of these investigations, detectives seized approximately 473.92 grams of fentanyl, 539.24 grams of cocaine, $8,592 in U.S. currency, and three firearms, along with ammunition, high-capacity magazines, and drug…
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Major Drug Bust in Providence Leads to Seizure of Narcotics, Vehicles, and Over $500K in Assets
The Providence Police Department Narcotics Bureau announced the arrest of Jonathan Garcia, 37, following a months-long investigation into illegal narcotics distribution. Based on evidence obtained over the course of the investigation, detectives secured search and seizure warrants for Garcia, his residence on Horace Street, and his vehicle. On March 19, 2026, members of the Narcotics Bureau executed the search warrants…
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Mayor Smiley, Colonel Perez Announce Graduation Ceremony of the 72nd Providence Police Department Training Academy
Providence, RI – Mayor Brett P. Smiley and Colonel Oscar L. Perez, Jr. today announced the graduation of the 72nd Providence Police Department Training Academy, scheduled for tomorrow, September 7, 2024, at 10:00 AM. The ceremony is being held at Bishop McVinney Auditorium, 43 Dave Gavitt Way. Following an extensive selection process and the completion of…
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Don’t Risk It on 4/20: Plan for a Sober Driver
If You Feel Different, You Drive Different Providence, RI: The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is teaming up with the Providence Police Department, and other state and local law enforcement agencies,to urge drivers to stay sober behind the wheel. Saturday, April 20, 2024, marks the unofficial marijuana “holiday,” and there…
