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Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Burlington Stabbing Suspect Pleads Not Guilty

Christopher Christopher Piantedosi, 39, will be held without bail until the pre-trial hearing on July 11.

Christopher Piantedosi, 39, of Methuen, the suspect in the first degree fatal stabbing of his former longtime girlfriend in her Burlington home pleaded "not guilty" to irst degree and malicious destruction of property over $250. Piantedosi was in Woburn Superior Court for the arraignment in connection to the case. He appeared behind a glass partition and said nothing beyond his response to the charge. Clerk Magistrate Matthew Day ordered that Piantedosi be held without in the lead up to a pre-trial hearing at 9 a.m. on July 9. At the request of Assistant District Attorney Nicole Allain Piantedosi was also ordered to have no contact with his and the victim's two children. According to authorities, at approximately 6:45pm on May 3, …

Lois Dodge

1:57 pm on Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Why am I not surprised that he has plead not guilty. Give me a break. Here is hoping the court system does not fall for that.   more ›

Friday, May 4, 2012

Hometown Friends Remember Kristen Pulisciano

Kristen Pulisciano was fatally stabbed in her Burlington home Thursday.

In the wake of the tragic events on Forbes Avenue last night many friends and old friends of the victim have been taking to social media to express their thoughts on the one we lost. Kristen Pulisciano, who was murdered last night, allegedly by her long-term boyfriend Christopher Piantedosi, was a North Reading native. North Reading-Reading Patch put out a call to those who knew her to express their thoughts on her and her life. Here are some of the remembrances that were shared by those who knew Kristen. If you also knew her, please share you thoughts in the comments section below.  "She was a very sweet person, I know she was a great mom, even her daughter Bryanna's friends called her mommy. I'm sad cause she was trying really hard to …

sara

11:04 pm on Friday, May 11, 2012

I lost my best friend coming on two years the same way and still can't phathom why. I'm so sorry about your sister, it never answers itself but God will answer your prayers. I remember Kristens baby sister Toni back when we were kids always had such nice light in her eyes and smile when it came to her talking about her older sister and how beautiful she is inside and out. My condolences are …   more ›

Burlington Stabbing Suspect in Custody, Arraignment Monday [Videos]

Christopher Piantedosi turned himself in to authorities at the Massachusetts State Police Barracks in Weston shortly before 1:00 p.m.

The man wanted in connection with last evening’s stabbing death in Burlington has been taken into custody, Middlesex District Attorney Gerry Leone and Burlington Police Chief Michael Kent informed the public today. During a press conference at the Middlesex DA's office in Woburn, Leone informed reporters that Christopher Piantedosi, 39,  who had been living in Methuen, turned himself to State Police shortly before 1:00 p.m. Leone said the suspect was identified by a trooper and placed under arrest. An arrest warrant was issued early this morning for Piantedosi for one count of murder. After turning himself in, Piantedosi was transported to the Burlington Police Department, Leone said. Piantedosi will be arraigned at 9 a.m. Monday in Woburn…

Christine Herter Warren

8:33 pm on Sunday, May 6, 2012

Please accept my condolences for the tragic and untimely loss of your sister Kristen. Christine Herter Warren, Burlington   more ›

Authorities Searching for Suspect in Burlington Homicide

Arrest warrant issued this morning for Christopher Piantedosi.

The following is a release from Middlesex District Attorney Gerry Leone's office concerning last night's homicide on Forbes Avenue: Authorities have issued a BOLO (“Be on the look out”) for a man wanted in connection with last evening’s homicide in Burlington, Middlesex District Attorney Gerry Leone and Burlington Police Chief Michael Kent informed the public today. An arrest warrant was issued early this morning for Christopher Piantedosi, 39, of Methuen, for one count of murder.  Authorities are requesting assistance at this time from the public in locating the suspect.  He is expected to be driving a brown, four-door Honda Civic with Massachusetts license plate 581MC8.  The public is urged not to approach the suspect if they see him, …

Burlington Resident

11:44 am on Friday, May 4, 2012

I recall one in the Building 19 ½ parking lot. Right next to the old police station. I think it was in the 80s.   more ›

Thursday, May 3, 2012

UPDATED: Woman Stabbed to Death in Burlington

Authorities now are identifying the woman who was stabbed to death Thursday evening.

Updated 11:28 p.m.: Burlington Police Chief Michael Kent told Patch tonight that the situation is "liquid" and police are still investigating and working the scene. At this time Kent said he could not confirm the identity of the suspect. Fox 25 Boston is reporting that police are looking for Pulisciano’s husband, Christopher Piantedosi. According to Fox's report, police believe Piantedosi may be in the Leominster area and is believed to be armed with a knife and possibly suicidal. Burlington Patch has not confirmed the couple was married and police have not definitely stated to Patch that Piantedosi is the suspect. Burlington Patch will carry updates on this incident as more information becomes available. Updated, 9:56 p.m.: Authorities …

Friday, August 26, 2011

Billerica Man Arrested Following Stabbing Attack This Morning

Aaron Montgomery, of Billerica, was charged Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon after allegedly stabbing another man.

A Billerica man was arrested following a violent altercation at the Little Brooks Court apartment complex this morning.   According to the Burlington Police Department, officers responded to the Littles Brook Court apartment complex at approximately 1 a.m. Friday morning to investigate an ongoing assault and possible stabbing in the parking lot. Officers arrived to find multiple people standing outside. An altercation between two men resulted in one being stabbed multiple times. The victim was transported to the Lahey Clinic for treatment by Burlington Fire.  Police say the victim's injuries are believed to be non-life threatening at this time. The suspect, Aaron Montgomery, of Billerica, was placed under arrest for Assault and Battery …

Thursday, December 9, 2010

Man Hospitalized after Stabbing Attack

24-year-old with multiple stab wounds found at Best Buy and taken to hospital. Police investigating.

A man has been hospitalized as a result of stab wounds suffered Wednesday night at a popular shopping destination. On Wednesday, Dec. 8 at approximately 9:29 p.m. members of the Burlington Police Department responded to a call of a possible stabbing at the Best Buy located at 84 Middlesex Turnpike. Police found a 24-year-old male with multiple stab wounds inside the store. Responding officers and members of the Burlington Fire Department administered first aid. The man was later transported to Lahey Clinic in Burlington. At this time Police have not released the name of the victim and declined to comment on his condition. A representative of Lahey Clinic said the hospital cannot release information without a known patient name. Police are …

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