Crime & Safety
Police Catch Man Allegedly Breaking Into Tiverton Home
The following is based on reports from the Tiverton Police Department. An arrest does not indicate a conviction.
Tiverton police arrested a man Sunday after allegedly catching him during a Tiverton home robbery.
Police were called Sunday to a breaking and entering in progress. Upon arrival, they found Brian McCollum, 35.
McCollum attempted to flee and a struggle with police ensued. Officers were able to gain compliance from Mr. McCollum who attempted to assault officers, according to police.
Officers later learned that he had also allegedly assaulted the parties inside the residence.
McCollum was arrested and charged. He was later transported to the Adult Correctional Institutions.
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