Crime & Safety
Boston Police Believe Fugitive Is Hiding In Newport Area
Boston police are asking for the public's help finding a man wanted for breaking and entering and domestic assault. He may be in Newport.

NEWPORT, RI — Boston police are looking for a fugitive who may be hiding in the Newport area. According to Sgt. John Boyle, of the Boston police, the fugitive, Jason Thompson, is wanted for Domestic Assault and Battery and Daytime Breaking and Entering. Police are asking for the public's help finding him. Anyone in Rhode Island with information is asked to call 911. (The dispatcher will direct the call, so Boston police are contacted, Sgt. Boyle said.) Alternatively, people who want to help but remain anonymous can call a tips hotline at 1-800-494-TIPS.
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