Whitman Police Chief Scott Benton, Hanson Police Chief Michael Miksch and Whitman-Hanson Regional School District Superintendent Jeffrey Szymaniak would like to provide internet and smart phone safety tips for parents in the wake of some troubling trends and “challenges” that have been going viral on the internet in recent weeks.
Whitman and Hanson Police Investigate Threat Made Toward High School
Whitman Police Chief Scott D. Benton and Hanson Police Chief Michael Miksch report that police have determined there was no credible threat against Whitman-Hanson Regional High School after receiving an anonymous tip about a student that had been allegedly making threats.
*MEDIA ADVISORY* Whitman Hanson WILL Coalition to Host Meeting on Opioid Abuse Prevention
Police Chief Scott D. Benton announces that Whitman Hanson WILL is hosting an upcoming forum for community members on the ongoing opioid epidemic, and all are welcome.
*MEDIA ADVISORY* Whitman Hanson WILL to Host Naloxine Sim Event
Chief Scott D. Benton reports that the Whitman Hanson WILL organization, in conjunction with South Shore Hospital and Duval’s Pharmacy, is hosting a Naloxone Sim Lab event to teach those suffering from substance use disorders, their families, and loved ones how to administer potentially lifesaving Narcan in the event of an overdose.
*Joint Press Release* Hanson and Whitman Police Arrest Suspects Involved in Motor Vehicle Break-In
Hanson Police Chief Michael Miksch and Whitman Police Chief Scott D. Benton report that the Hanson Police Department, with the assistance of the Whitman Police Department, arrested two suspects in connection with a motor vehicle break-in yesterday evening.
The Hanson Police Department is a progressive police department, which strives to serve the community by employing a proactive community policing philosophy. We are continually evaluating the needs of the community to adapt our services to best meet those needs. I encourage your input and inquiries to better enable us to more effectively serve those who live, work, and visit the town of Hanson. Please don't hesitate to 
