Former New Bedford police officer and former police union treasurer Joshua Fernandes was sentenced to prison today for stealing nearly $50,000 in union funds.
Many of the charges in a stalking and harassment case against former decorated police officer Joshua Fernandes have been dropped after claims were found to be 'exaggerated,' according to his lawyer.
An officer of the New Bedford Police Department has been ordered held without bail after allegedly stealing his ex-wife's minivan and smashing the windows of the vehicle.
The preliminary election in New Bedford is less than a month away and one of the contested races will be for a seat representing Ward 4 on the City Council.