GRANVILLE, MA — The Granville Police Department responded to a report of a potential hostage situation at a residence on Friday.
The initial report was received through the Massachusetts State Police dispatch center.
Granville Police officers responded immediately and coordinated with the Massachusetts State Police and surrounding law enforcement agencies, including the Southwick Police Department, to assess the situation and ensure the safety of those involved.
The Granville Fire Department also responded and staged for the potential emergency.
After investigating the report, officers determined that the call was false and that there was no hostage situation or active threat at the location.
The Granville Police Department said false emergency reports place an unnecessary burden on public safety resources and can cause significant concern for residents, responding personnel, and the community as a whole.
Incidents of this nature are taken seriously, and any related investigation will be pursued as appropriate, police said.
