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Regional Roundup: Eldery Man Robbed at Dedham's BJ's, Attleboro Teen Allegedly Attempts Brutal Murder, and More

A look at some of the top headlines from around the region.

91-year-old Man Brutally Beaten at BJ's Parking Lot in Dedham

At around 3 p.m. on Wednesday, a 91-year-old man was attacked in his car at the BJ's parking lot, FOX 25 reported.

According to Dedham Police the man was putting groceries in his car when the suspect opened the passenger door and then punched and choked him. The suspect then stole his wallet.

 

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Two teens were arrested by Easton Police Monday after allegedly robbing and assaulting another teen.

Michael Bunce-Grenon, 19, of 19 Dennison Court in Stoughton was charged with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon and robbery. A 15-year-old Easton resident was arrested on the same charges.

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Police Chief Allen Krajcik said the incident occurred at approximately 4 p.m. near Frothingham Park.

 

A 15-year-old Attleboro male was arraigned Thursday in Taunton Juvenile Court for attempted murder and various other charges after he stabbed, attempted to drown and attempted to kill by asphyxiation a 63-year-old female neighbor Wednesday night, Attleboro police reported. The victim was at Rhode Island Hospital as of Thursday, and her injuries are not considered life-threatening, according to the police.

 

Norton Wants to Retry Solar Power at Landfill

Norton selectman Robert Kimball said on Thursday that he received a letter from a solar company that wishes to build a solar generating area at the landfill.

Kimball said that the monies obtained for the town over a 20-year period would equal $5M with this particular company’s planned claim.

Norton town manager Michael Yunits said the town had tried this before and the company on which they placed the bid never even started, and the town would be better served if they sent out a request for qualifications rather than a request for a proposal bid.

 

Milo the Dog Euthanized by Town of Mansfield

After biting a second person over the weekend, Milo the dog was euthanized during the afternoon of March 4 according to animal control officer Jeff Collins.

The teenager suffered serious injuries to her face but her current condition is unknown.


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