Police Chief James O’Connor reports that the Stoneham Police Department took an individual into custody who had barricaded himself inside a home on Broadway earlier this morning.
Shortly after 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 8, Stoneham Police officers responded to a home on Broadway for a mental health call. An adult man had barricaded himself inside the residence and was armed with a knife. The responding officers contained the situation and ensured there was no threat to the surrounding neighborhood.
The regional Northeastern Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council (NEMLEC) Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team, including its trained and specialized negotiations team, responded to the scene.
SWAT Operators were able to de-escalate the situation, and around 12:45 p.m., the man was taken into custody. He was transported to a local hospital for further evaluation.
Chief O’Connor said, “Thanks to the professional response and quick action taken by our officers, the situation was contained and isolated from the community. Also, thank you to the Stoneham Fire Department, Cataldo Ambulance Service, and our regional SWAT Team for their assistance and cooperation. I am glad the situation was resolved quickly and safely.”
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