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Bristol County DA messes up death report of victim critically injured in Fall River fire
After announcing that a tenth victim had died following last weekend’s fire in Fall River, the Bristol County District ...
10th Reported Victim of Assisted Living Facility Fire Is Still Alive, District Attorney’s Office Says
The Bristol County District Attorney's Office said that a "miscommunication" led them to previously report that Brenda ...
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Bristol DA's office says it mistakenly announced a 10th person died in Fall River fire
Brenda Cropper, 66, is in critical condition after a blaze broke out at a Fall River assisted living facility on Sunday night ...
Great-grandmother lost in Fall River fire remembered for warmth, big smile
Brenda Cropper’s family describes her as a “tiny little thing” with a big smile who made friends easily. Cropper stood about ...
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Bristol County DA’s Office: Woman reported dead in Fall River fire still alive, cites miscommunication
The Bristol County District Attorney’s Office (BCDAO) announced Friday that Brenda Cropper, 66, whom they reported dead on ...
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'We have the funds available': Fall River mayor announces fire department budget increase
River expects to budget for an additional $1.5 million for fire department staffing, but in the immediate future, expects to ...
Death toll rises in Fall River, Mass. assisted living tragedy: Safety violations and fire department understaffing exposed
The preventable tragedy at Gabriel House demonstrates the potential suffering posed to vulnerable populations, particularly ...