Crime & Safety

Man Admits To 7 Home Burglaries: East Providence Police

East Providence police arrest Terrence Madden, 59, who they say violated his probation on previous breaking and entering charges.

Jimmy Bentley's profile picture
Jimmy Bentley, Patch StaffVerified Patch Staff Badge
Terrence Madden, 59, was charged with three counts of breaking and entering a dwelling house without consent, three counts of burglary, two counts of attempted breaking and entering, and larceny under $1,500.
Terrence Madden, 59, was charged with three counts of breaking and entering a dwelling house without consent, three counts of burglary, two counts of attempted breaking and entering, and larceny under $1,500. (East Providence police)

EAST PROVIDENCE, RI — East Providence police arrested a man Thursday, they said, was responsible for a string of burglaries in the Riverside section of the city.

Terrence Madden, 59, was charged with three counts of breaking and entering a dwelling house without consent, three counts of burglary, two counts of attempted breaking and entering, and larceny under $1,500.

Police said the arrest came after a lengthy investigation. After his arrest, Madden admitted to

Find out what's happening in East Providencefor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Madden was held without bail at his arraignment Friday morning. Police said Madden also violated his probation on previous breaking and entering charges.

Have a news tip? Email jimmy.bentlyey@patch.com.

Find out what's happening in East Providencefor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.

More from East Providence