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Andover Fire Rescue Responds to Crash and Vehicle Fire on I-495

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Andover Fire Rescue
Chief Michael B. Mansfield
32 North Main St.
Andover, MA 01810

For Immediate Release

Friday, May 18, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: john@jgpr.net

Andover Fire Rescue Responds to Crash and Vehicle Fire on I-495

ANDOVER — Fire Chief Michael Mansfield reports that Andover Fire Rescue responded to a crash on Interstate 495 that resulted in a vehicle catching fire this afternoon. 

At 12:19 p.m., Andover Fire Rescue was dispatched to Interstate 495 northbound near exit 40 for a report of a crash. Upon arrival, firefighters located an overturned Toyota pickup truck in the left travel lane and a Kia hatchback burning on a nearby exit ramp. 

Firefighters worked quickly to extinguish the flames and provide aid to the individuals involved in the crash. A preliminary investigation by Massachusetts State Police indicated that the Kia was cut off by another motorist before striking the pickup truck, causing the truck to roll over. The Kia then caught fire following the collision.

The driver of the pickup truck was transported to an area hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life threatening.

The crash remains under investigation by the Massachusetts State Police.

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Andover High Student Arrested After Threat Appears Online

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ANDOVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Sheldon Berman, Superintendent
36R Bartlet St.
Andover, MA 01810

For Immediate Release

Monday, March 26, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: john@jgpr.net

Andover High Student Arrested After Threat Appears Online

Photo of Firearms Was Downloaded from Internet by Suspect

Courtesy of Andover Police
Courtesy of Andover Police

ANDOVER — Town Manager Andrew Flanagan, Superintendent of Schools Sheldon Berman, and Andover High School Principal Philip Conrad report that an Andover High School student has been arrested by Andover Police as authorities investigate a threatening post appeared on Snapchat.

At 7 p.m. Monday, parents reported to the Andover Police Department and Andover High School officials that someone posted a photo of assault rifles online with a message warning students not to come to school tomorrow.  An investigation followed. The alleged origin of the social media posts was traced to an Andover High School junior, and police went to his home to question him. He has been arrested and is in custody at this hour as the suspect behind the posting.

The investigation also determined that the photo of assault rifles posted to Snapchat was downloaded from the Internet and not an actual photo taken by the suspect. Police reported that no firearms were found at the residence.

Disciplinary procedures are being followed by school officials, and the student has been suspended on an emergency basis. 

There is no danger at this time to the school or greater community. School will go on as scheduled tomorrow. Out of an abundance of caution, extra officers will be assigned, and families may notice the increased police presence.

“While we are confident that there is no danger, I am proud that the procedures we have in place in the event of a threat were followed, and I am pleased with the level of teamwork and constant communication among officials as this unfolded over the past few hours,” Superintendent Berman said. “The Andover Police Department is to be commended for investigating this threat with great professionalism and providing a resolution within two hours of the initial report.

More information will be released by the town, schools, and Andover Police Department as it becomes available. 

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Andover Schools Statement on Gun Violence Discussion at Andover High School

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ANDOVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Sheldon Berman, Superintendent
36R Bartlet St.
Andover, MA 01810

For Immediate Release

Friday, Feb. 16, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: john@jgpr.net

 

Statement of Andover Superintendent Sheldon Berman and High School Principal Philip Conrad

ANDOVER — Andover Schools Superintendent Sheldon Berman and High School Principal Philip Conrad issue the following joint statement to the public regarding a community discussion that took place today at Andover High School:

“This afternoon, a group of well over 100 students gathered in the cafeteria, with the support of administrators and faculty, to have an open discussion around the critical and troubling issue of gun violence in American schools.

“Earlier today, student leaders approached staff with their plan to leave their last class of the day in order to host this discussion. Staff members worked cooperatively with them to facilitate a peaceful and thoughtful conversation on how they were impacted by the shooting earlier this week at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida.

“I am proud of our students for their conscientious approach to this issue and for their desire to share their feelings and concerns in an open forum, and I sincerely hope that families will faciliate their students in similar conversations at home.

“Nothing is more important than ensuring that our students feel safe at school, that their voices are heard and taken seriously, and that they are actively involved in the school community. Today’s dialogue was an important part of achieving that mission.”

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DCF Clears Andover Varsity Hockey Coaches

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Andover High School
Philip Conrad, Principal
80 Shawsheen Road
Andover, MA 01810

For Immediate Release

Friday, Feb. 16, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: john@jgpr.net

Statement of Andover High School Principal Philip Conrad

ANDOVER — Andover High School Principal Philip Conrad issues the following statement to the public:

“I have, as of this afternoon, been notified by the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families that the agency has found all of the allegations were unsupported.

“In light of this notification, and with the results of our internal investigation in hand, I am reinstating the three varsity hockey coaches immediately.”

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