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Bridgewater Police Investigating Pedestrian Crash at Post Office

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Bridgewater Police Department
Christopher Delmonte, Chief of Police
220 Pleasant St.
Bridgewater, MA 02324

For Immediate Release

Friday, Dec. 14, 2018

Media Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Bridgewater Police Investigating Pedestrian Crash at Post Office

BRIDGEWATER — Chief Christopher Delmonte reports that the Bridgewater Police Department is investigating a pedestrian crash that occurred in the post office parking lot Friday morning.

At approximately 11 a.m., the Bridgewater Police and Fire Departments responded to the Bridgewater Post Office, 169 Broad St., after receiving multiple 911 calls about a pedestrian that was struck by a motor vehicle.

Upon arrival, officers located a man injured on the ground in the rear parking lot of the building.

The victim, identified as Gary Moore, age 53, of Mansfield, was treated by Bridgewater Fire Department paramedics and was subsequently transported by ambulance to Good Samaritan Medical Center in Brockton. Moore suffered injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening.

Through an on-scene investigation, officers determined that the victim had been walking through the rear parking lot when the driver of a vehicle accidentally stepped on the gas instead of the brake pedal upon seeing the pedestrian.

The driver, identified as Dexter McDonald, age 84, of Bridgewater, continued through the parking lot after allegedly striking the victim and struck several shrubs before coming to a stop.

The incident is under investigation by the Bridgewater Police Department and as of Friday afternoon no citations or charges have been filed. Police have made a request with the Massachusetts Department of Motor Vehicles to have McDonald’s license status filed as an immediate threat.

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Stoughton Elementary School Deemed Safe After Brief Shelter in Place

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Stoughton Public Schools
Superintendent Marguerite Rizzi
232 Pearl St.,
Stoughton, MA 02072

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Stoughton Elementary School Deemed Safe After Brief Shelter in Place

 Unknown Man Mistakenly Entered School

STOUGHTON — Superintendent Marguerite Rizzi reports that the Stoughton Police Department has determined that there was no threat at the Wilkins Elementary School Wednesday morning after an unknown man walked into the school looking for a driving school.

At approximately 8 a.m., officials at Wilkins Elementary School notified the Stoughton Police Department that an unknown man had entered the building without their knowledge and it was unclear if he was still in the school or not.

The man had asked a school staff member if a driving school was located inside the school building but then walked away. Out of an abundance of caution, officials ordered the school to shelter in place.

Police responded and searched the school and were unable to locate the man. An on-scene investigation determined that the man walked out of the school shortly after the initial contact with the staff member. The man did not make any threats, and at this time, officials believe he simply was mistaken.

The Stoughton Police will have an increased presence at the school for the remainder of the day, as a precaution.

“While this appears to be a misunderstanding and miscommunication, we can never be too cautious these days,” Superintendent Rizzi said. “We are thankful to the Stoughton Police Department for their quick response and professionalism.”

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Threatening Social Media Post Under Investigation at King Philip Regional High School

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King Philip Regional School District
Paul Zinni, Superintendent
18 King Street
Norfolk, MA 02056

For Immediate Release

Monday, Dec. 10, 2018

Media Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Threatening Social Media Post Under Investigation at King Philip Regional High School

WRENTHAM — Superintendent Paul Zinni and Principal Lisa Mobley report that the King Philip Regional School District and the Wrentham Police Department are investigating a threatening Snapchat message allegedly posted by a student.

The suspect has been identified and at this time there is not believed to be any danger to the school or the greater community.

At approximately 8:45 a.m., school officials at King Philip Regional High School were made aware of a Snapchat message that was being circulated among students Monday morning. The message, appearing to originate on the account of a student, depicted a photo of a male teen holding what appears to be a rifle and text warning people not to go to school Monday.

School officials immediately notified the School Resource Officer and an investigation was launched.

The student was quickly identified and was pulled out of class Monday morning by police.

No threatening or dangerous items were located at the school.

Disciplinary action may be issued pending the completion of the investigation. At this time, the matter remains under investigation.

Parents and the students and staff in the school were notified of the incident and school will go on as scheduled today.

“I want to commend the two students that brought this issue to the attention of our staff at the high school,” Superintendent Zinni said. “They should be proud of themselves and we encourage all parents to talk to their children about what they would do if they found themselves in a similar situation.”

 

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Easton Police, School Officials Investigating Multiple Inappropriate Messages Sent Among Students

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For Immediate Release

Friday, Nov. 30, 2018

Media Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Easton Police, School Officials Investigating Multiple Inappropriate Messages Sent Among Students

EASTON — Police Chief Gary Sullivan and Superintendent Lisha Cabral report that the Easton Police Department and Easton Public Schools are investigating multiple incidents of inappropriate messages being sent digitally among students in recent weeks.

The incidents were first brought to the attention of school officials on Friday and Easton Police were immediately notified. The messages included sexual images and racist and anti-Israeli rhetoric.

An investigation was launched and police and school officials are working together. At this time it is unclear how many inappropriate messages were sent or received by students or who sent them.

The investigation follows a separate incident where a racial slur was found written on a bulletin board in a hallway at Oliver Ames High School on Thursday. A juvenile student in that incident has been identified and is facing discipline in accordance with school policy.

The Easton Police Department and Easton Public Schools take incidents like these very seriously and hate speech or inappropriate language or images of any kind will not be tolerated.

“Since yesterday’s incident I have been in contact with the Anti-Defamation League and will be drawing upon their guidance and resources to ensure that our students know that there is no room for this type of behavior by anyone in our schools,” Superintendent Cabral said. “We pride ourselves on providing an inclusive atmosphere for our students and no one should have to be subjected to this kind of behavior. As always, counselors will be available at our schools should any student wish to speak to someone about the incidents.”

Chief Sullivan said, “These incidents are certainly disturbing and have no place in our town or anywhere for that matter. We will be working closely with school officials to investigate these incidents and anyone with information about who may have sent the messages is asked to call our department at 508-230-3322.”

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