Charlton police say a man threw a jar of relish at cruisers, spit on officers, and referenced killing himself and others before being taken to UMass Worcester under a Section 12 order.
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Horse extricated from overturned trailer after crash on Route 169 in Charlton
Charlton firefighters and police responded to a crash today on Route 169 involving an overturned trailer carrying a horse. The animal, identified as “Franky,” was extricated and evaluated by a veterinarian following the incident.
Multi-vehicle crash shuts down Route 20 in Charlton near Route 169
Emergency crews from Charlton, Sturbridge, and Southbridge responded to a multi-vehicle crash on Route 20 near Route 169. All lanes were temporarily closed while police and firefighters worked the scene.
Charlton woman convicted of raping 12-year-old foster child in 2015
A Worcester County jury found Heather Wright-Craft, 52, guilty of child rape stemming from a 2015 incident involving a 12-year-old she was fostering.
Motorcyclist dies after crash with minivan in Charlton
A motorcyclist died after colliding with a minivan Tuesday on Route 20 in Charlton. Police said the minivan’s driver was uninjured and remained on scene as the investigation continues.
11-year-old dies after electric bicycle crash in Charlton
An 11-year-old child died after crashing an electric bicycle into a tree on Jennings Drive. First responders attempted advanced life support during transport, but the child was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
Charlton selectman accuses school committee member of antisemitism; she calls claims “false and inflammatory” at next meeting
After Selectman David Singer accused School Committee member Jeanne Costello of sharing antisemitic content and ignoring student harassment, the Charlton board voted 4 -1 to urge district leaders to publicly condemn hate.
Charlton police and fire respond to explosion and blaze at natural gas facility on Griffin Road
A massive fire and explosion at a natural gas facility in Charlton prompted a three-alarm response early Friday morning. Multiple agencies are investigating.
Emotional testimony at Charlton dog hearing leads to safety orders after neighbor’s pets attacked
Following multiple reports of a dog escaping and attacking neighbors’ dogs, the Charlton Select Board held a dangerous dog hearing, ordering the owner to install self-closing gates and scheduling a compliance review in three months.
Charlton woman accused of pistol-whipping cousin, stealing $1,750 during dispute over car repairs
A Charlton woman faces assault and larceny charges after police say she pistol‑whipped her cousin and stole $1,000 in cash along with a debit card amid a dispute over car repairs.