On Thursday, September 19, 2025 at 7:33 AM, Troopers arrested Troy J. Torres, age 19, of 12 Walker Lane, Lincoln, Rhode Island on an active Affidavit and Arrest Warrant for 1.) Possession of Marijuana – More than Two (2) Ounces. The arrest was the result of a barracks investigation conducted by Trooper Mauro and Mr. Torres turning himself in at the State Police Hope Valley Barracks. Mr. Torres was processed and later transported to Third District Court for arraignment.
On Friday, September 20, 2025 at 2:42 AM, Troopers arrested Michael J. Fritz, age 37, of 15 Andrews Avenue, West Warwick, Rhode Island for 1.) Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicating Liquor B.A.C. Unknown- 1st Offense and 2.) Refusal to Submit to a Chemical Test. The arrest was the result of a motor vehicle stop on Quaker Lane in the Town of West Warwick. Mr. Fritz was transported to the State Police Hope Valley Barracks where he was processed, arraigned by a Justice of the Peace, and released to the custody of a responsible adult pending a future court date.
Media Contact: Captain Jeffrey P. L'heureux, District "B" Commander, Rhode Island State Police, 401-764-5604 or rispdps@risp.gov