New Bedford Murder Suspect Remains Held without Bail

New Bedford murder suspect remains held without bail

NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WPRI) — The New Bedford man accused of killing his downstairs neighbor earlier this year has once again been ordered held without bail, according to Bristol County District Attorney Thomas Quinn III. Wilo Morales-Colon, 49, has been charged with first-degree murder and unlawful possession of a firearm in connection with the shooting death of 32-year-old Karina Martinez-Ortiz back in March. Investigators believe Morales-Colon,…

New Bedford man arraigned on charges related to shooting of Karina Martinez

"District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn III has announced that 49-year-old Wilo Morales-Colon of New Bedford has been arraigned on charges of First-Degree Murder and Carrying a Firearm related to the March 4, 2025, shooting death of Karina Martinez at 438 Bolton Street in New Bedford.  The defendant