DOVER — The following is a statement from Dover Police Chief Joseph Vinci:
“In September 2024, the Dover Police Department was notified by the Dover-Sherborn Regional School District of a concerning incident involving the sharing of photographs of minors.
“Upon receiving the report, the Dover Police Department immediately and thoroughly investigated this matter, including interviewing students and their families and executing a search warrant for a forensic examination. All families of identified students were notified.
“Our investigation revealed that male students possessed and potentially shared images of clothed middle school girls from publicly available photos. It was determined that one male juvenile student disseminated these photos of clothed students and included additional nude pictures of an unknown origin in these messages. The identities of the individuals in the explicit photos could not be determined.
“Dover Police consulted with the Norfolk County District Attorney’s Office, which pursued charges through the juvenile court system.
“I want to assure our community that we investigated this matter very seriously. Our Department placed a high premium on supporting the identified victims and prioritizing their well-being throughout. The Dover Police Department remains committed to the safety and dignity of all — especially our youth — and will continue to work closely with the schools and families to prevent and address any behavior that threatens that commitment.”
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