Taunton Police Department

A wild goat in Taunton sparked a police chase that ultimately concluded with its capture in a neighborhood on Friday night.

Chief Edward J. Walsh announced Friday that the Taunton Police Department was awarded a $162,488 grant for the purchase of body cameras.

The Taunton Police Department is seeking the public's assistance with two individuals who allegedly robbed Santander Bank in the city.

A Taunton man faces drug-related charges after large amounts of heroin, cocaine and crack were found by officers following a car pursuit early Tuesday morning.

At around 6:45 p.m., the State Police Bomb Squad and Fire Investigation Unit were called to 344 Middleboro Avenue in Taunton to assist fire and police units.

Ward Tavares, Jr. pleaded guilty to a multi-count indictment, charging him with leaving the scene of property damage and carrying an illegal firearm, among other charges.

An employee of the U.S. Postal Service has been charged with larceny after stealing money from a woman’s purse while in uniform on Saturday.

The horrific charges against a Taunton mother shine an unfortunate spotlight once again on child abuse.