Crime & Safety

Portsmouth Harbormaster's Email Hacked: Police

Portsmouth police said anyone who has received a recent email from harbormaster@portsmouthri.gov should delete it immediately.

Portsmouth Harbormaster Bruce Celico​ can be reached at 401-643-0137 to confirm emails.
Portsmouth Harbormaster Bruce Celico​ can be reached at 401-643-0137 to confirm emails. (Rachel Nunes/Patch)

PORTSMOUTH, RI — Portsmouth Harbormaster Bruce Celico's email was recently compromised, according to Portsmouth police.

Police said anyone who has received a recent email from harbormaster@portsmouthri.gov should delete it immediately. Do not click on any links or attachments.

Police said if you need to confirm an email, always contact the sender to verify. Celico's office can be reached at 401-643-0137.

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