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Welcome to the Official News Blog of the Hopkinton Police Department. The purpose of this website is to post and display, in a timely fashion, all news and updates from the Hopkinton, Massachusetts Police Department. The Hopkinton Police Department is a progressive, disciplined and innovative public safety organization that believes in the principles of police legitimacy, community policing..
Hopkinton Police Department
2M ago
HOPKINTON — The Hopkinton Police Department is recalling the interview transcript between Timothy Brennan and Kroll after the Town of Hopkinton was informed that the version published on Friday evening was missing necessary redactions.
“On behalf of the Town of Hopkinton, I sincerely apologize for the publication of the transcript in that form,” said Town Manager Norman Khumalo. “In our effort to be prompt with open and transparent communication with the public about police matters, our efforts fell short of the paramount concern to protect private information in this sensitive matter. We are ..read more
Hopkinton Police Department
2M ago
HOPKINTON —At 5 p.m. Friday, the Hopkinton Select Board held a hearing regarding potential discipline of a police sergeant stemming from the sergeant’s knowledge of alleged serious criminal misconduct of a former deputy police chief. That former deputy is currently on trial for those allegations. The Town’s exhibits that were used at the hearing are being released today.
The documents, which are available on https://hopkintonpdnews.com/ include:
The full Kroll report
Correspondence from the Massachusetts POST Commission
Memos documenting hearings and administrative leave for Brennan
Brady Let ..read more
Hopkinton Police Department
2M ago
Fire Chief Gary Daugherty and Police Chief Joseph Bennett wish to provide winter weather safety precautions to community members as some of the first snow accumulation of the season is expected this weekend.
Stay Informed:
While snow totals may continue to change, much of Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut can expect 6-12 inches with lower totals for cities and towns closer to the coast.
Visit weather.gov to see the most recent forecast as the storm approaches. Residents are reminded that the forecast can change quickly and at any point. Stay informed by following local alerts ..read more
Hopkinton Police Department
2M ago
Firefighters work to stabilize a home on Grove Street after two homes were struck by a van driven by an allegedly drunken driver on Thursday afternoon. (Courtesy Hopkinton Police and Fire Departments)
HOPKINTON — Police Chief Joseph Bennett and Fire Chief Gary Daugherty report that the Hopkinton Police and Fire Departments responded Thursday afternoon when an allegedly drunken driver struck two homes with a van.
STEPHEN MURPHY, AGE 52, OF HOPKINTON, was arrested and charged with:
Operating Under the Influence of Liquor (Second Offense)
Driving to Endanger
Leaving the Scene of a Property Damag ..read more
Hopkinton Police Department
3M ago
HOPKINTON —Chief Joseph Bennett reports that Hopkinton Police Department detectives identified, arrested and charged a New York man who allegedly stole $10,000 from an elderly Hopkinton resident through a well-documented nationwide computer technical support scam.
MINHAJ ISMAM, AGE 21, JAMAICA, N.Y., was arraigned Thursday afternoon at Framingham District Court on the following charges:
Larceny from Person 65 or older
Larceny Over $1,200 by Single Scheme
Attempted Larceny from +60/Disabled
Conspiracy
On Wednesday, Dec. 20 at 10:43 a.m., Hopkinton Polic ..read more
Hopkinton Police Department
4M ago
As the holiday season approaches and gifts begin to be shipped and delivered, Chief Joseph Perkins and the Hopkinton Police Department would like to provide tips to help community members prevent package theft.
According to the National Neighborhood Watch, nearly 19% of Americans have had at least one package stolen in the past 12 months.
Residents may consider the following tips to help protect their packages from theft:
Consider getting a P.O. box at your local post office or having packages delivered to your workplace. Some delivery services also offer pickup locations.
Set up app alerts ..read more
Hopkinton Police Department
5M ago
HOPKINTON — The Hopkinton Police Department arrested and charged a motorcyclist Wednesday morning following a brief pursuit.
ROBERT WILLS, AGE 28, OF HOPKINTON was arrested and charged with:
Leaving the Scene of an Accident with Property Damage
Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Failure to Stop for Police
Uninsured Motor Vehicle
Unregistered Motor Vehicle
Speeding
Number Plate Missing
Possession of a Large Capacity Feeding Device
At approximately 8 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 8, a Hopkinton Police sergeant was notified by a Hopkinton Police officer of a black motorcycle with one exhaust ..read more
Hopkinton Police Department
5M ago
HOPKINTON — Chief Joseph Bennett and the Hopkinton Police Department would like to share tips and guidance to help kids and families stay safe as they celebrate Halloween this year.
Costume Safety
Enjoy a safe and happy Halloween by following the below guidelines, courtesy of the Food and Drug Administration and Consumer Product Safety Commission:
Reduce fire hazards by choosing costumes made of polyester or nylon fabric and not sheer cotton or rayon fabric.
Use reflective tape as a trim for costumes and outerwear to help be seen in lower light. Wearing a brightly colored costume and carrying ..read more
Hopkinton Police Department
7M ago
HOPKINTON — Police Chief Joseph Bennett and Interim Fire Chief Gary Daugherty are pleased to report that the man who was missing since Sunday night, Sept. 10, has been found safe.
At approximately 11 a.m. Tuesday, the 84-year-old man was located by first responders in a wooded area near The Communities at Golden Pond assisted living residence.
The man was evaluated by EMS on-scene and taken to an area hospital for evaluation.
The Hopkinton Police and Fire Departments would like to thank the public safety agencies from around the region that assisted in the search effort, including th ..read more
Hopkinton Police Department
7M ago
The Hopkinton Police and Fire Departments are currently searching for Jim Noon, 84, who was last seen at approximately 10 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 10. (Courtesy Photo)
HOPKINTON — Police Chief Joseph Bennett and Interim Fire Chief Gary Daugherty report that the departments are currently searching for a missing senior and are asking for the community’s assistance.
Jim Noon, 84, was last seen at approximately 10 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 10 in the area of 50 W Main St., The Communities at Golden Pond assisted living residence.
Noon is approximately 5-feet-7-inches tall, and is believed to be weari ..read more