Crime & Safety

Dirty Syringes Found Around Wrentham Prompt Police Alert

Wrentham police issued an alert after dirty syringes were found is multiple spots around town recently.

WRENTHAM, MA — Wrentham police issued an alert after multiple piles of used needles were discovered around town.

Police said needles have been found near beaches, parks, conservation areas, and sport complexes.

"Discarded syringes have been discovered in all of these areas, most recently in the wood line of the Sweatt Field Sports Complex on Randall Road," Wrentham police said in a statement. "People who use this area, know young children often play in the wood line during sporting events, running in and out of the woods.

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If you are at a public place such as a beach or sports complex, especially if your children are with you, scan the general area where they'll be playing just to be safe."

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