Investigation underway in Canton after man threatened work crew, flashed firearm, police say

CANTON, Mass. — An investigation is underway in Canton after a man allegedly threatened a work crew and flashed a firearm on Wednesday morning.

Officers responding to a call for threats in the area of 135 Will Drive around 7:30 a.m. learned a man dressed in black had approached a group of workers, hurled verbal threats, and displayed a firearm before running off on foot, according to the Canton Police Department.

The alleged incident set off a massive police response that included a Massachusetts State Police helicopter, K9 teams, and drone operators from area police departments.

Resource officers at area schools were notified to be on the lookout for the suspect and a perimeter was established in the area of Will Drive.

Police said the initial search for the suspect, who they desribed as being about 6 feet tall, proved unsuccessful. He remains at large.

“We are in the process of obtaining video surveillance from the area and the investigation is ongoing,” the police department said in a statement shared with Boston 25 News.

No additional information was immediately available.

UPDATE: 9:15am the Will Dr. scene is now clear. The investigation is still ongoing. There is no threat to the...
Posted by Canton Police Department on Wednesday, May 21, 2025

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