Crime & Safety
Watertown Police See Spike In OD Reports
The department is issuing a warning to residents after seeing a rise in overdoses over the past day.
WATERTOWN, MA – The Watertown Police Department has seen a recent spike in overdose reports. The department tweeted Monday there has been an increase in overdoses within the last 12 hours.
Residents are asked to check on people they know who are struggling with opioid dependency issues. Anyone who needs assistance may call the Watertown Police Department.
***IMPORTANT INFORMATON*** The WPD has experienced an increase in narcotic overdoses within the last 12 hrs. If you know anyone struggling with an opioid dependency issue, please check on him or her. Call the WPD if you need any assistance or support.
— Watertown Police (@WatertownPD) October 15, 2018
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