SWAMPSCOTT — Police responded to a distressing situation Thursday morning after receiving calls around 9:15 a.m. about a resident behaving erratically and wielding a knife.
Upon arrival, officers from the Swampscott Police Department established a secure perimeter around the residence and evacuated nearby neighbors as a safety precaution.
Communication was initiated with the individual using the public address system on a police cruiser.
The male subject was safely directed to exit the home and was subsequently detained without incident.
He was transported to a local hospital for evaluation.
The swift and careful response from law enforcement underscores the value of community members reporting suspicious behavior and the police’s ability to manage crises effectively.
The Swampscott Police expressed gratitude to the Lynn Police Department for their critical assistance through mutual aid.
Authorities remind the public to call 911 immediately if someone is experiencing a mental health crisis.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is also available at 988 for those in need of support.
