MILFORD POLICE INVESTIGATE SWATTING INCIDENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY DECEMBER 8TH 2025

MILFORD — On Monday, December 8, 2025, at 9:58 AM, the Milford Public Safety Communications Center received a call from a male reporting that a student in a nearby hallway at Milford High School, located at 31 West Fountain Street, was in possession of a handgun.

At 10:01 AM, Milford School Resource Officers placed the facility on lockdown while members of the Milford Police Department Command Staff, Detective Bureau, Special Operations Unit and Patrol Division initiated team-based sweeps of the building.

As Milford Police personnel worked to account for all faculty and students, additional assistance was provided by the Milford Fire Department, Coastal EMS, Massachusetts State Police, Massachusetts Environmental Police, Bellingham Police Department and the Hopedale Police Department.

At 10:45 AM, multiple searches of the building were completed, and the call was determined to be a swatting hoax. The lockdown was subsequently lifted.

“I want our students, faculty and community to know that we keep you safe by treating every incident like a genuine threat.”  Said Milford Chief of Police Robert Tusino “Because of the required vigilance, swatting incidents create unnecessary panic and place an enormous strain on resources.  The suspect of this call will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.”

At the time of this release, the Milford Police Detective Bureau is actively investigating the source of the swatting incident and have identified a 16-year-old male as the suspect in this incident and others.

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

 

MESSAGE FROM MILFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT IN REGARD TO TODAY'S SWATTING INCIDENT

A message from MILFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Dear Families,
This morning, the high school entered a shelter-in-place at the request of the Police Department after a report was made to law enforcement claiming that a student had a gun in a school bathroom. The report was unverified, but out of an abundance of caution, police asked that the school secure the hallways so officers could respond and check the building.

The Police Department conducted a thorough search of the school, including the area connected to the report, and spoke with students and staff. Their review found no threat and no weapon.

The individual suspected to be responsible for this report has been detained in Tennessee and is in custody. The Milford Police Department is working with partners at the FBI and in Tennessee on the case.

The school remained safe throughout the police response, and the school returned to normal operations once police cleared the building.

We understand that situations like this can cause stress for students and families. We have support staff available for any student who needs to speak with an adult today.

We appreciate the partnership of our local police and thank our students and staff for following directions quickly and calmly.

If you have any questions, please contact the high school main office.

Sincerely,
Craig Consigli
Superintendent

Joshua Otlin
Principal

MPD TRACKDOWN ARMED ROBBERY SUSPECT

MILFORD — On Sunday, November 30, 2025, at approximately 7:22PM, the Milford Public Safety Communications Center received a 911 call from an employee at Riverside Gas, located at 146 South Main Street in Milford, reporting that a white male wearing a black mask and grey shirt had stolen several packs of cigarettes after unsuccessfully attempting to take money from the cash register.

Upon arrival, patrol officers determined the incident was an armed robbery involving a firearm. At 7:43PM, members of the Milford Police Detective Bureau, Milford Police K-9 Unit, Milford Special Operations Team, and the Massachusetts State Police K-9 Unit responded to assist in searching for the suspect and the weapon.

At approximately 8:10PM, officers located a male matching the description provided by the victim walking on Green Street. Following an on-scene investigation, Adam Busuito, 34, of Milford, was placed under arrest.

“I’m grateful for the outstanding work by the men and women of the Milford Police Department to bring this violent crime to such a quick resolution,” said Chief of Police Robert Tusino. “Violent criminals who put the members of our community in danger will be tracked down and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.”

During an area search, a black Walther P22 6MM BB gun was located behind Honey Dew Donuts at 140 South Main Street. Additionally, a discarded black “Ghostface” mask and clothing consistent with those worn by the suspect were found by K-9 Titan in a nearby parking lot.

In addition to the charges from this incident, Busuito also had an outstanding warrant for armed robbery out of Boston District Court. 

Adam Busuito was held without bail and will be transported for arraignment at Milford District Court this morning on the following charges:

ROBBERY, ARMED & MASKED

WARRANT ARREST (ARMED ROBBERY)

ASSAULT TO ROB, ARMED

DANGEROUS WEAPON, CARRY

DISORDERLY CONDUCT

DISTURBING THE PEACE

RESIST ARREST

A&B ON POLICE OFFICER

ATTEMPTED LARCENY

LARCENY UNDER $1200

ASSAULT W/DANGEROUS WEAPON

THREAT TO COMMIT CRIME

TRESPASS

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

 

CARETAKER ARRESTED FOR INDECENT ASSAULT ON DISABLED ADULT

MILFORD — On Friday, November 28th, at approximately 9:16 PM, the Milford Public Safety Communications Center received a call reporting the past sexual assault of a disabled male.

At 9:21 PM, Milford Police Detectives initiated an investigation into the incident, during which it was alleged that the victim’s caretaker had indecently touched him.

At approximately 10:02 PM, Calton Asanga, 27, of Milford, MA, was interviewed at the Milford Police Department, where he admitted to improperly touching the victim.

“The facts of this case show an abhorrent betrayal by someone who was trusted to provide care. I’m grateful for the quick resolution,” said Chief of Police Robert Tusino.

INDECENT A&B ON A DISABLED PERSON

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ALL SUSPECTS ARE INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY IN A COURT OF LAW.

MILFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT ASSIGNS TWO OFFICERS TO SPECIAL OPERATIONS TEAM

The Milford Police Department congratulates Officer Michael Johnson and Officer Bayley Laughlin on their new assignments to the MPD Special Operations Team.

Officer Johnson has served as a patrol officer with the Milford Police Department for three years. Prior to joining MPD, he spent nearly a decade on active duty in the United States Army, where he completed combat tours during Operation Enduring Freedom and trained multi-national forces overseas. He is a certified SWAT Operator, licensed Emergency Medical Technician, licensed Commercial Drone Operator, FBI Crisis Negotiator Course graduate, Tactical Medical Instructor, Active Shooter Instructor, and CPR/First Aid Instructor.

Officer Laughlin began his law enforcement career in Willimantic, Connecticut, where he served as a police officer and member of the Warrant Task Force. During his service there, he received multiple commendations, including the Life Saving Award and a Departmental Citation.

Since transferring to the Milford Police Department in 2023, Officer Laughlin has completed several advanced trainings, including ballistic shield instruction and close-quarters combat courses.

The Milford Police Special Operations Team is a highly trained unit prepared for immediate crisis deployment. In today’s evolving public-safety landscape, the Special Operations Team was established to respond rapidly to active shooter situations, school lockdowns, and other life-threatening incidents. Working closely with Patrol, K-9, and the Detective Bureau, the unit is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and the most up-to-date tactical training.