Hanson Police Department

05/29/2026

Wednesday during the 4-12 shift, Detective Maliff, while investigating another case, observed a motor vehicle believed to be operated by Carlos Cruz (41, of Brockton), an individual known to have two outstanding warrants. Detective Maliff was also aware that Cruz’s license to operate had been suspended by the RMV for being a Habitual Traffic Offender. Additionally, the vehicle was observed to have an equipment violation.

As a result, Detective Maliff conducted a traffic stop of the vehicle. Upon approach, the operator stated that he did not have his driver’s license on his person but verbally identified himself as his brother and provided a corresponding date of birth. Detective Maliff observed the operator to have a distinct neck tattoo known to belong to Carlos Cruz and not his brother.

After confirming information through the RMV and engaging in a brief conversation with the operator, Carlos Cruz admitted to providing officers with a false name.

Carlos Cruz was subsequently placed under arrest for his outstanding warrants as well as Operating a Motor Vehicle After Suspension. During the arrest, officers located several small cut baggies and a cut straw on Cruz’s person, both commonly indicative of illicit narcotics use. Following further investigation officers located approximately 1.7 grams of what is believed to be Cocaine/Fentanyl.

Carlos Cruz was charged with the following violations of Massachusetts General Law:
- Possession of Class A Drug
- Carrying of a Dangerous Weapon
- Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Suspended License (Subsequent Offense)
- Motor Vehicle Operator Refusing to Identify Self/False Name
- Motor Vehicle Lights Violation


These are allegations. All suspects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

05/28/2026

Hanson Police Department Employment Opportunity:

Full-Time Certified Police Officer

The Hanson Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Full-Time Police Officer. The Town offers a competitive starting salary ranging from $62,588-$72,000, that with educational incentives and a comprehensive benefits package, can range from $82,340-$101,780.

Minimum Requirements
Candidates must:
• Have successfully graduated from a Massachusetts Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) Basic Police Officer Academy in accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 41, Section 96B
• Be POST certified, or have the ability to obtain certification
• Be at least 21 years of age on the appointment date
• Be a Massachusetts resident upon appointment
• Possess a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Hold a valid Massachusetts driver’s license on the appointment date
• Have the ability to possess a Massachusetts License to Carry Fi****ms
• Statutorily qualify for appointment; no person convicted of a felony or any offense punishable under M.G.L. Chapter 94C is eligible

Prior to Appointment
Selected candidates will be required to successfully complete:
• A comprehensive background investigation
• Medical examination
• Psychological screening
• Commonwealth of Massachusetts PAT fitness test
• Any additional requirements necessary to perform the duties of a police officer

Applicants are advised that M.G.L. Chapter 22C, Section 10 prohibits police officers from smoking to***co products. The Hanson Police Department permits tattoos unless deemed vulgar or offensive and allows neatly groomed facial hair, including beards.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The Town of Hanson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, s*x, s*xual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Application Process
Applicants should submit the following: Letter of interest outlining qualifications and reasons for consideration, Resume, three professional references. Applications should be submitted to: Office of the Chief of Police, Hanson Police Department
775 Main Street, Hanson, MA 0234.

Closing date: All application materials must be submitted by June 29th, 2026.

05/25/2026

05/25/2026

The Hanson Police Department wants to take a moment to acknowledge the sacrifice made in the line of duty by Firefighter Robert Kilduff Jr. of the Boston Fire Department. Firefighter Kilduff gave his life in the protection of others, making the ultimate sacrifice in service to his community.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and the entire Boston Fire Department brotherhood during this incredibly difficult time.

05/24/2026

UPDATE: Due to weather concerns, the parade portion of tomorrow’s events has been cancelled.

The observance ceremony and cook-out will still take place as scheduled.

05/22/2026

Hanson Police Officers have been busy this week between community events and an uptick in call volume, which we attribute to the sneak peek of summer. While all of that was happening behind the scenes, Officers were also completing their mandated fi****ms training on the range.

This year, they were able to complete that training on a new and improved — and safer — range that came together through a lot of hard work, sweat equity, and generous donations.

We want to take a moment to thank everyone who helped make this possible for our Department. Once again, our community showed just how much they care and support the men and women of the Hanson Police Department.

First and foremost, thank you to our Range Officers, Officer Leo Arseneau and Officer Corey Arseneau, who had a vision and a plan, and then rolled up their sleeves and got down and dirty to bring it to life.

Thank you as well to the Hanson Highway Department and Hanson Water Department for helping move a tremendous amount of dirt and turning the space into a blank canvas for this project.

We would also like to thank R.J. Messina Inc. for donating the millings, Dandel Construction for donating the delivery of the concrete barriers and the equipment needed to move them, McQuarrie Towing & Recovery for supplying tires for the backdrop and metal fabrication of targets, President Titanium for providing the steel for advanced target training, and Robert Brown Construction for assisting with laying and grading the millings.

This project is another example of what can be accomplished when a community comes together to support one another, and we are incredibly grateful for everyone who played a role in making it happen.

05/20/2026

Please join us in welcoming Officer Noah Regalado to the Hanson Police Department.

Last night, the Hanson Selectboard officially swore in Officer Noah Regalado as a member of the department. Officer Regalado joins us from the Plymouth County Sheriff’s Department BCI Unit, bringing with him a wealth of knowledge and experience in crime scene investigations and forensics.

We are excited to welcome Officer Regalado to the Hanson PD family and look forward to the experience, professionalism, and dedication he will bring to the department and the community

05/19/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MAY 19, 2026

MAN IDENTIFIED IN FATAL MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH IN HANSON

BROCKTON – The victim in a fatal motor vehicle crash has been identified, Plymouth County District Attorney Timothy J. Cruz and Hanson Police Chief Michael D. Casey have announced.

At approximately 6:22 p.m. last evening, the homeowner at 481 High Street contacted Hanson Police and Fire to respond to his residence where a pickup truck had collided into the front of his home. Upon arrival, Hanson Police Officers and Firefighters located a Chevrolet pickup truck that had rolled onto the driver’s side and crashed through a bay window in front of the home. The driver, the sole occupant of the motor vehicle, was unconscious and trapped inside the vehicle, and firefighters immediately began extrication efforts.

After a lengthy extrication involving hydraulic rescue tools, the operator was removed from the vehicle and transported to Brockton Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. He has been identified as 58-year-old Brian Crowley of Hanson.

The crash remains under investigation by the Hanson Police Department, Massachusetts State Police Detectives assigned to the Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office, with assistance from the MSP Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Section.

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05/19/2026

Hanson Police and Fire Departments Respond to Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash: HANSON — Hanson Police Chief Michael D. Casey and Fire Chief Robert O’Brien regret to report that the Hanson Police and Fire Departments responded to…

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05/18/2026

UPDATE: Road has been reopened

🚧 Road Closure Advisory 🚧

High Street, between Holmes Street and Main Street, is currently closed due to a motor vehicle crash.

Please seek alternate routes at this time and avoid the area while emergency personnel operate on scene.