HUDSON – The Hudson Police Department is investigating an alleged swatting incident.
At approximately 12:40 a.m. on March 23, Hudson Police dispatch received a call from someone reporting that they had shot a family member. The caller also made threats to harm another family member on Fort Meadow Drive, according to a statement from the Hudson Police Department.
The police soon responded to the home and determined the report was false. There was no danger to residents.
The incident is being investigated as an act of swatting, according to Police Chief Richard DiPersio. Swatting is the practice of making a knowingly false – or “prank” – call to emergency services to bring large numbers of armed police personnel to a particular address. The incident remains under investigation.
“I would like to acknowledge our dispatchers and the officers on the patrol shift for their professionalism and utilizing their training and experience to safely respond to this disturbing call,” said DiPersio. “The safety of our community is our top priority. I would like to assure the community we remain dedicated and prepared to protect and serve the residents of Hudson.”
