Christopher Delmonte, Chief of Police
220 Pleasant St.
Bridgewater, MA 02324
For Immediate Release
Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2018
Media Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: ben@jgpr.net
Bridgewater Police Investigating Prank Hostage Situation
BRIDGEWATER — Chief Christopher Delmonte reports that the Bridgewater Police Department is investigating an incident where a prank alluded to a hostage situation at a home in town.
The initial investigation indicates that the incident was a prank and at no time was there a hostage situation. There is no current danger to the public.
The matter involves a juvenile and is actively under investigation by Bridgewater Police detectives.
Further information will be provided later today.
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