Crime & Safety

Wareham Man Killed in Shooting Was Hit 'Multiple Times'

Wareham police said a 70-year-old man died after he was shot multiple times.

WAREHAM, MA — A 70-year-old Wareham man was found shot to death in his home this week.

He was identified as John Williams of 120 Glenn Charley Rd.

Police said on Tuesday at about noon, they were called to his residence for a well-being check. Officers found his body upon entering the home. He was shot “multiple times,” police said.

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An autopsy is planned. Authorities didn’t immediately categorize it as a homicide.

“There does not appear to be any threat to the general public,” said Plymouth County District Attorney Timothy Cruz in a statement.

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