Crime & Safety

Sex Offender Notification of Release: James J. Tangaro

The offender is not wanted by the police at this time and has served the sentence imposed on him by the court.

 

Name/Age: James J. Tangaro, 37

Date of Birth: May 14, 1975

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Residence: 680 Washington St., Apt. D, Coventry

Description: White male, 5'6", 155 lbs., brown hair, brown eyes

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Convicted of: Three counts of 2nd Degree Child Molestation (Victims were 12 and 13-year-old males known to the offender.)

Risk Level: Three (high risk offender)

Probation Expires: October 27, 2024

The has released this information pursuant to RI General Laws 11-37.1-1 et seq., also known as the Sexual Offender Registration and Community Notification Act.

This individual is subject to community notification of his pending release pursuant to RI General Laws 11-37.1-12 of the act, which authorizes law enforcement agencies to inform the public of a sex offender's release from prison when the Sex Offender Board of Review determines that the release of information will enhance public safety and protection.

The aforementioned individual has been convicted of a sex offense which also requires registration with law enforcement pursuant to RI General Laws 11-37.1-1 et seq.

This offender is not wanted by the police at this time and has served the sentence imposed on him by the court. This notification is not to increase fear in the community. It is the belief of law enforcement that an informed public is a safe public.


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