Curfew Rescinded for Woonsocket

June 4, 2020
Press Release

Contact: Eugene Jalette; (401) 309-5533 or ejalette@woonsocketri.org
 

Curfew Rescinded for Woonsocket

Woonsocket, RI; Woonsocket Public Safety Officials indicate that after two (2) nights of relative calm within the City, effective immediately, Mayor Lisa Baldelli-Hunt is rescinding yesterday’s Executive Order 2020-7 which imposed a citywide curfew.

Mayor Lisa Baldelli-Hunt said “Public Safety Officials took extraordinary measures to ensure the safety of our residents, visitors and property. I thank all our residents and proprietors for their understanding throughout the last several days where we have witnessed turbulent behavior in nearby communities and threats against the City of Woonsocket. I believe we took necessary precautions to keep our community safe.”

According to Public Safety Director Eugene Jalette, “We continue to work daily with our federal, state and local law enforcement partners analyzing data and monitoring threat assessments. Protecting our citizens and their property is paramount. “

Citizens are asked to report suspicious activity to the police department at 401-766-1212. Callers can remain anonymous. For further comment, kindly contact Public Safety Director Eugene Jalette.

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