OPERATION SAFE SCHOOL ZONE CONTINUES TO SEE HIGH TRAFFIC INFRACTIONS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY APRIL 15TH 2026

MILFORD – During the week of April 12, 2026, the Milford Police Department continued “Operation Safe School Zone”, a multi-week enforcement initiative targeting traffic violations that endanger students and commuters in school zones throughout Milford.

During school arrival and dismissal times on April 14, 2026, members of the Milford Police Department Special Operations Unit conducted focused traffic enforcement in several school zones. As a result of the operation, officers observed 65 traffic violations, resulting in 38 citations and one criminal application.

“When you look at the data and see more than 100 moving violations in just eight hours of focused enforcement, it highlights a lack of awareness the motoring public has for school zone safety.” said Milford Chief of Police Robert Tusino.

In addition to the violations observed, officers issued three e-bike citations to juvenile riders.

“Our goal with this operation is not to burden drivers with fines, but to educate the public and make Milford a safer place to travel,” said Chief Tusino. “However, we will continue to issue citations and pursue charges when necessary to ensure the safety of our community.”

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NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATORS WEEK

Dear Members of The Milford Public Safety Telecommunications Center, Annually the second week of April is designated as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. Initiated in 1981, this week serves as an opportunity to celebrate the unsung contributions of call takers and dispatchers across our great country. While unseen, I want you to know that your selfless dedication to our agency and community is never unimportant or underappreciated. Over 50,000 times a year, you, the telecommunicator, are the first responder for those in need. You are the guardian in the dark to our responders and callers. Thank you for your sacrifices and steadfast commitment to the Town of Milford.

Robert Tusino Chief of Police

TRAFFIC SAFETY GRANT RESULTS IN OUI ARREST

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY APRIL 10TH 2026

MILFORD — On Wednesday April 8, 2026, at approximately 9:10PM, Officer Brent Dell’Aquila of the Milford Police Department Patrol Division was assigned to the Traffic Safety Grant when he observed a white Chevrolet van operating erratically on North Bow and Central Street.

After observing the vehicle cross marked lanes, Officer Dell’Aquila enacted a motor vehicle stop on Central Street. As a result of the on-scene investigation, Diego Guaman Chimbaina, 22 of Milford, was placed under arrest. A breath test during booking showed Guaman Chimbaina to be approximately twice the legal limit.

“We are fortunate the Commonwealth provides road safety grants, that allows officers to proactively focus on road safety issues such as impaired driving.” Said Milford Chief of Police Robert Tusino.

“As we’ve stated, Milford has traffic safety issues and we will continue to educate and enforce them to make our community a safer place to commute.”

Diego Guaman Chimbaina has been charged with the following: OUI-LIQUOR MARKED LANES VIOLATION ALCOHOL IN MV, POSSESS OPEN CONTAINER OF

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MILFORD POLICE KICK OFF OPERATION SAFE SCHOOL ZONE

MILFORD POLICE KICK OFF OPERATION SAFE SCHOOL ZONE

MILFORD - On Monday March 23, 2026, the Milford Police Department began “Operation Safe School Zone”. The multi-week enforcement directive from Chief of Police Robert Tusino is designed to target traffic violators putting students and commuters at risk.

On the morning of March 23rd, the Milford Police Special Operations Unit focused on addressing traffic infractions at Milford High School, Stacy Middle School, Brookside Elementary School, Woodland Elementary School and Memorial Elementary School. After four hours, 46 separate traffic violations were observed, resulting in 24 citations and 4 criminal applications being issued.

“The first day of our operation was a success. However, this is not an initiative about cumulative citations to the public but an effort to educate through enforcement. We must do everything we can to keep our students and drivers safe.” Said Milford Chief of Police Robert Tusino

The Milford Police Department plans to continue Operation Safe School Zone on select days for the remainder of the school year.

“This is one facet of a larger operation to make Milford a safer place to commute. It’s well known that we have an on-going safety issue with E-Bikes. We will address that as well as this continues.”


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EARLY MORNING E-BIKE ACCIDENT PART OF NEW SURGE IN E-BIKE COMPLAINTS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THURSDAY MARCH 26th 2026

MILFORD - On Wednesday at 6:45AM, the Milford Police Department responded to a call from a motor vehicle operator reporting her vehicle had just been struck by a juvenile riding an E-Bike near Highland Street.

On arrival, officers spoke to a 15-year-old who had lost control of his E-Bike before colliding with the caller’s vehicle. While there were no injuries at the scene, this incident marks the seventh E-Bike related incident in the last ten days.

“We are once again urging our community to educate your children of the significant safety risks to riders and pedestrians if proper laws and safety precautions are not taken. If this trend continues it will unquestionably result in tragedy.” Said Milford Chief of Police Robert Tusino

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WOMAN CHARGED AFTER CRASH INTO WEST ST. HOME

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY MARCH 25th 2026

MILFORD — On Sunday March 22, 2026, at 10:13AM, the Milford Public Safety Communications Center received multiple calls reporting a motor vehicle crashed into a multi-family residence on West Street.  Witnesses reported a male driver had begun switching seats with a female passenger as officers were enroute.

On arrival, officers observed a black Nissan Pathfinder crashed into the front porch of 32 West Street.  While no one was seriously injured, multiple responders from the Milford Police Department, Milford Fire Department, Coastal Ambulance and building department responded to the scene.

As an outcome of the investigation, Norma Acan Gulancanay of Milford, MA, was charged with unlicensed operation.

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FRANKLIN MAN CITED AFTER EARLY MORNING ACCIDENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY MARCH 16TH 2026

MILFORD — On Sunday March 15, 2026, at approximately 2:50AM, the Milford Public Safety Communications Center received a 911 call reporting a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Main Street and South Main Street near the Milford Police Department.

On arrival, officers discovered a heavily damaged grey Nissan Altima and a damaged black Chevrolet pick-up truck with front end damage nearby. As officers approached the Altima they found all air bags deployed and the operator bleeding from their face.

An on-scene investigation determined the operator of the pick-up truck had passed through the intersection on a red light and collided with the Altima.

“The video depicts a scary truth. Traffic accidents account for millions of non-fatal injuries annually. Over 90% of car accidents are caused by human error.” Said Milford Chief of Police Robert Tusino

The driver of the Chevrolet pick-up, Connor Knox, 18, of Franklin, was cited on scene. The operator of the Nissan Altima was transported to Milford Regional Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries.

“As always, we will continue to aggressively enforce traffic laws that effect our community on a daily basis.”

A video of the collision has been posted on all Milford Police Department social media sites.

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MILFORD MAN ARRESTED AFTER FLEEING SCENE OF ASSAULT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY MARCH 10TH 2026

MILFORD — On Thursday March 5, 2026, at 2:03PM, the Milford Public Safety Communications Center received a 911 call reporting a disturbance involving a heavily intoxicated 32-year-old male.

On arrival officers were met by a resident who stated the suspect had become violent and was destroying items in the home. The suspect, identified as James Fullum, 32, of Milford, MA had fled on foot prior to officers arriving.

At 2:23PM K-9 Titan and drone support were deployed to locate Fullum.  After a search exceeding three hours, James Fullum was captured and charged with the following

·       ASSAULT AND BATTERY

·       ASSAULT AND BATTERY ON A PERSON 60+ YEARS OF AGE

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MILFORD TEEN ARRESTED FOR POSSESSION OF DRUGS AND GUN

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY MARCH 9TH 2026

MILFORD — On March 5, 2026, the Milford Police Department executed a search warrant at a residence on Mount Pleasant Street in Milford. The search was conducted in response to threats made toward another student involving a firearm over Snapchat.

At approximately 3:00 p.m., members of the Milford Police Department Detective Bureau, School Resource Division, and Patrol Division executed the warrant at the residence. The search resulted in the discovery of a Raven Arms MP-25 handgun, 9mm ammunition, more than 42 grams of cocaine, approximately 7 grams of Fentanyl, Valium, Suboxone, Xanax, and several items consistent with drug trafficking.

As a result of the search, a 16-year-old suspect was taken into custody and held on $75,000 bail. The juvenile was transported to the Paul T. Leahy DYS Detention Center in Worcester pending arraignment on the following charges:

•Possession of Class A (Fentanyl)
•Possession with Intent to Distribute Class A (Fentanyl)
•Possession of Class B (Cocaine)
•Possession with Intent to Distribute Class B (Cocaine)
•Trafficking in Cocaine (36 grams or more, less than 100 grams)
•Possession of Class C (Valium/Alprazolam)
•Possession with Intent to Distribute Class C (Valium/Alprazolam)•Possession of Class E (Suboxone)
•Possession of a Firearm Without an FID Card or LTC
•Possession of Ammunition Without an FID Card
•Improper Storage of a Firearm
•Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony
•Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Firearm)
•Threat to Commit a Crime

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MILFORD POLICE INVESTIGATE SUSPICIOUS DEVICE ON MAIN STREET

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY MARCH 6TH 2026

MILFORD — On Friday March 6, 2026, at approximately 11:40AM, the Milford Police Department responded to a call for an unattended death at 201 Main Street in Milford.

While tending to the scene, Milford Police Detectives discovered several suspicious objects that could possibly be identified as homemade explosives.  In the interest of caution, the area was evacuated, while Exchange Street and sections of Main Street were closed for just over 2 hours as the Milford Fire Department and Massachusetts State Police Bomb Squad cleared the scene.

“Our officers and partner agencies from the Milford Fire Department and MSP Bomb Squad acted quickly to secure the area and ensure the safety of the public,” said Chief of Police Robert Tusino. “Out of an abundance of caution, we took the necessary steps to investigate the suspicious items and confirm there was no ongoing threat to the community.”

At 2:08PM, the area was rendered safe, allowing civilians to reenter nearby buildings and traffic to openly flow.

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