EAST BRIDGEWATER, MA — Police Chief Michael Jenkins commended Officer Collin Briggs for his performance during a motor vehicle pursuit in the early morning hours of April 14, 2026.
At approximately 2:33 a.m., the East Bridgewater Police Department assisted the Bridgewater Police Department with an active pursuit involving a vehicle recently reported stolen from Bridgewater State University.
As the pursuit entered East Bridgewater traveling northbound on Route 18, Officer Briggs positioned himself on Scribner Way.
Officer Briggs deployed stop sticks, disabling the suspect vehicle by deflating both front tires and bringing the pursuit to a conclusion.
He then removed the stop sticks from the roadway, preventing potential damage to responding police vehicles.
When the suspects fled the vehicle on foot, Officer Briggs joined the pursuit and assisted Bridgewater officers in apprehending both individuals, who were taken into custody.
“Officer Briggs demonstrated exceptional judgment, initiative, and professionalism during a rapidly evolving and potentially dangerous situation,” Jenkins said.
“His actions directly contributed to a safe outcome for the officers involved and the community,” Jenkins said.
