Chief Frederick Ryan is today praising the efforts of Arlington Police Officers, who used a great deal of restraint and care to prevent a potential “suicide by cop” situation, when an armed woman approached
Pepperell Police Subdue Disturbed, Machete-Wielding Man
Pepperell Police subdued a disturbed man late Saturday night who was wielding a machete and may have been trying to commit “suicide by cop.”
Chelsea Police Officers Prevent “Suicide by Cop” Scenario
CHELSEA – Police Chief Brian Kyes reports that a police officer was assaulted in the lobby of the Chelsea Police Station over the weekend in an apparent attempt to commit “Suicide by Cop.” Officers, exercising restraint and patience, worked to deescalate the situation and successfully prevented the loss of life.