Norton Police Arrest Couple After 100+ MPH Chase: ICYMI

NORTON, MA — Norton police on Sunday arrested a couple accused of leading officers on a 100+ mph chase. Russell Crowe, 23, of Springfield, and Rhiannon Mendonca, 32, of Taunton, were charged with receiving a stolen vehicle. Police said the chase started in Taunton and ended in Norton after the couple ditched the vehicle.

Norton's top recent news also included a massive fire at an apartment building and a crash on Interstate 495 involving a wild turkey:

100+ MPH Police Chase Ends In Norton With Arrests

NORTON, MA — A couple who led police on a car chase in Taunton Monday night and hit speeds of more than 100 mph were later arrested in Norton after ditching the vehicle, according to police. Russell... Read more

7 Norton Runners In Boston Marathon

NORTON, MA – The 123rd Boston Marathon is coming up and there will be a host of Norton runners. The marathon is Monday, April 16. Seven Norton runners signed up for the race. For some, the... Read more

Wild Turkey Strikes Vehicle On 495: Police

NORTON, MA — A woman was injured after being struck by a wild turkey while driving on Route 495 South Saturday evening. The 30-year-old Saugus woman was treated at the scene after being struck by... Read more

Massive Norton Fire Displaces Dozens

NORTON, MA — A massive fire broke out at a Norton apartment building Friday morning. The fire happened at Norton Glen Apartments on Norton Glen Road. No one was hurt. The fire heavily damaged... Read more

Norton Oxycodone Bust: Couple Arrested, Police Say

NORTON, MA — A Norton couple who moonlighted as oxycodone dealers were arrested Monday, police said. Christine Deegan, 48, and Walter Hansen, 52, were charged with drug possession with intent to distribute.... Read more

Norton Real Estate: $550K Oversize Cape

NORTON, MA — One of Norton's most expensive homes in the market is a $549,900 oversize cape on Lincoln Street. The home, built in 1996, has four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a two-car garage and pellet... Read more

Photo: Russell Crowe and Rhiannon Mendonca, arrested in Norton April 1, 2018, after police said they led officers on a chase. (Credit: Norton Police Department)