He unsuccessfully ran for Norfolk Sheriff last November. - JULY 21: The family of Alonzo Polk, 17, who drowned during a party hosted by James Coughlin, walk out of Dedham District Court after Coughlin faced a probable cause hearing on July 21, 2021 in Dedham, MA. The defense attorney claimed that Polk was not drinking at the party, and was seen by multiple people drinking water throughout the night. A nine-year veteran of the force who wore badge number 209, McMillan, 48, often trained new police officers and was known as a reliable, low-key person, according to fellow officers. Sign up for Joe's weekly Watchdog and From the Archives newsletters on our newsletter page for the latest investigative and enterprise reports. He was pronounced dead at the residence. A person walking in Dedham, Massachusetts, was fatally hit by a vehicle Monday, local police said. An arraignment date is expected in the coming weeks. He was brought to the hospital for an evaluation. WHDH broadcast educational and informational programming for children, and file quarterly reports with the FCC detailing the station's outreach to children. . Coughlin retired in 2017 and has been collecting an annual pension of $131,961 a year $10,997 a month, payroll records show. A missing 19-year-old from Hopkinton was found dead in a wooded area of Milford on Tuesday, the Worcester County District Attorneys Office said Tuesday evening. Polks family was present in the courtroom and sat on the opposite side of the courtroom from the Coughlin family. His wife, Leslie Coughlin, will also face the same charges. Coughlin hosted a graduation party June 5, where Polk drowned. A police officer in Dedham, Massachusetts, is recovering after he was attacked by a man with a knife. Copyright 2023 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. Dedham Police are holding a fundraiser for Officer Michael McMillans family. The Norfolk County District Attorney's Office on Thursday identified the man accused of attacking a Dedham police officer with a knife earlier in the week. 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WebJuly 2021 Archives for Acorn Health And Leisure Copthorne Road Accident News and Police Reports. When police arrived, they say the man was standing on the porch of a random home. Redd worked in crisis intervention and trained fellow officers, colleagues said. The family of a Massachusetts teen who drowned at a pool party the day he graduated high school is demanding answers while the former state police captain who hosted the bash may be charged in the death. Hearst Television participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. In A person walking in Dedham, Massachusetts, was fatally hit by a vehicle Monday, local police said. Officers were dispatched to 42 Fresh Holes Road in Hyannis for a reported shooting. "My brother is no longer here. Alonzo Polk has passed away, the notice states. On July 6 at around 12:30 a.m., Dedham police officers responded to the Coughlin home for a possible drowning. A clerk magistrate determined last month that there is enough evidence for charges to be brought against James Coughlin and his wife, Leslie, in the death of 17-year-old Alonzo Polk. 2023, Hearst Television Inc. on behalf of WCVB-TV. T-shirts, wristbands and stickers that read "209 Never Forget MM" will also be sold at the event. That teen, Alonzo Polk, was pulled from a pool at James Coughlins house at 36 Netta Road in Dedham. The police report cited reckless actions including a lack of adult supervision at the pool at the time a drowning victim entered the water, the permission of underage consumption of alcohol, inadequate lighting in the pool area, and Polks critical condition initially following the incident. - JULY 21: James Coughlin leaves Dedham District Court after a probable cause hearing on July 21, 2021 in Dedham, MA. He When they heard the commotion outside, Kelly said, the retired state police detective rushed to Polk to administer CPR. When officers arrived, they saw people performing CPR on the 17-year-old, police said. Police were called to a home on Park Street after a report of a noise coming from the home. Secondly, we've said from the outset that he was not a drinker," he said. The office Join us. Coughlins Attorney Brian Kelly called Polks death a terrible tragedy that has devastated the Coughlins. Dedham police said the officer was wearing body armor at the time, preventing the knife from injuring him. The Dedham Police Department also announced the passing of retired officer Lawrence Costello. A former State Police captain and his wife are accused of hosting agraduation party where a teen died after falling into a pool as several obviously intoxicated teens and beer cans were spotted by cops in the Dedham backyard. Its so sad that hes gone. "This appears to be an isolated incident with no ongoing threat being present to the community," Dedham police said. Daniel Cambrourelis-Haskins, 19, was last heard from at 6:11 p.m. Monday when he called his mother and said his bike had a flat tire and his cellphone was dying. The crash was reported to Dedham Central Dispatch around 5:30 p.m. in the area of 204 Bridge Street, and subsequently resulted in the closure of Bridge Street at Commonwealth Avenue in the Boston suburb. Remembering MM 209 What? Thats not what happened.. Bill Kelly said Alonzo had asthma and did not know how to swim, which his clients did not know and that he was pushed into the water by another teenager. Officer Robert Chermesino served in the Dedham Police Department for six years. The clerks office informed the Herald Friday afternoon that a hearing is set for Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. for Coughlin. The Coughlins did not comment during the hearing. Rick is a Massachusetts native and graduated from Boston University. THEY LEFT COURT TODAY FEELING NO BETTER. (Staff Photo By Nancy Lane/MediaNews Group/Boston Herald), DEDHAM MA. He has not responded to requests for comment. Michael Schoener was found guilty A 46-year-old Dedham man is now charged with armed assault with intent to murder after allegedly lunging at the officer with a knife, striking him in the chest. "First, this is a terrible accident and a terrible tragedy for Alonzo. HE DIED FOUR DAYS LATE INSIDE DEDHAM DISTRICT COURT, THE COUGHLINS PLEADED NOGUILTYT TO RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT OF A CHILD AND FURNISHING ALCOHOLO T A PERSON UNDER 21. YOU ARE ALL SET,OL FKS. The latest breaking updates, delivered straight to your email inbox. DEDHAM, Mass. We appreciate what happened here today, Polks brother Roshawn Drane said outside Dedham District Court. - JULY 21: James Coughlin leaves Dedham District Court, passing family holding photos of Alonzo Polk, 17, after a probable cause hearing on July 21, 2021 in Dedham, MA. In Worcester last week, Officer Enmanuel Familia tried to save the life of 14-year-old Troy Love who was drowning in the pond at Green Hill Park. 17-year-old Alonzo Polk of Dedham died several days after his body was discovered at the bottom of the pool at the Coughlins home. (Staff Photo By Nancy Lane/MediaNews Group/Boston Herald), DEDHAM MA. - JULY 21: The mother of of Alonzo Polk, 17, who drowned during a party hosted by James Coughlin, walks out of Dedham District Court as others hold photos of Polk after Coughlin faced a probable cause hearing on July 21, 2021 in Dedham, MA. Copyright 2023 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. 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The 2003 fire killed 100 people and injured another 230. Polk died a few days later. Date: Alonzo is a part of our DHS Nation Family, and as a class, we are praying for Alonzo and his family.. (WHDH) - A Boston marathon bombing hero and Dedham Police officer died suddenly. Dedham police intend to bring charges in connection with the party, including furnishing alcohol to minors and reckless endangerment of a child. WebSimon Dedham is the Group Commander for North East ECFRS, which covers the South of Burnham to Harwich. This story has been shared 130,494 times. ALONZO HAD ALSO JUST GRADUATED. Im pretty sure today we arent going to get those answers, but were going shake this city., The Norfolk District Attorneys Office has said they were obtaining medical records, autopsy results, and reviewing that and the Dedham Police investigative materials that led DPD to apply for criminal complaints.. Dedham police said the officer was wearing body armor at the time, preventing the knife from injuring him. A retired state police detective captain is being hauled into Dedham District Court next week to face charges before a clerk magistrate after a teenager was critically injured at a graduation party at his house and later died. Provides for the safety and security of Dedham residents and businesses, protects property, and preserves the public peace. Works to improve public safety in emergency and non-emergency situations through preventative programs and judicious enforcement. Partners with neighborhood organizations and local businesses to reduce crime. "Remembering MM 209" will kick off at 7 p.m., and it will feature a memorial video, silent auction and raffle tickets. 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February 28, 2023 at 3:47 pm EST. - JULY 21: James Coughlin and his wife, Leslie, leave Dedham District Court, passing family holding photos of Alonzo Polk, 17, after a probable cause hearing on July 21, 2021 in Dedham, MA. He's no longer walking this earth, but for these people to walk out of this courtroom without even a bail or anything set is beyond us," said Alonzo's brother, Roshawn Drane. All we know is my son drowned at a graduation party, said the boys father, Alonzo Polk. Kelly sought to dismiss the reckless endangerment charge saying it was without merit. The neighbor reported a screen that encloses the porch was ripped and a white male with blond hair wearing hospital pants was spotted walking through the yard. Dedham Police Officer Michael McMillan, who died unexpectedly last August, was the ideal patrolman, says Chief Michael dEntremont. 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