Needham and Stow Police Actively Searching for "Armed and Dangerous" Suspect Joshua Hinds

Needham Police and Stow Police issued a public alert on Sunday night, December 17th, shortly before 11:00 p.m., announcing that they are searching for Joshua Hinds, who is believed to be distraught, armed and dangerous. Police urge members of the public who may see Mr. Hinds to avoid approaching him and instead immediately call 911.

Mr. Hinds is a 45 year-old white, male, resident of Stow, who has thinning blonde hair and brown eyes. He is about 5'11" and weighs about 185 lbs.

The suspect was last seen in Needham around 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 17, 2023, and was believed to be traveling to Stow in a gray, 2015 Toyota Tacoma with Massachusetts registration 66AT38.

Mr. Hinds allegedly showed a firearm to someone he knows. He is believed to be armed with multiple firearms. He has made threats to harm himself and others.

While the press release from police calls Mr. Hind "armed and dangerous," it also states that the suspect is not believed to be a current threat to the general public. However, it advises that people encountering him should be extremely cautious and call 911 right away.

Thanks to Needham Police Department and Stow Police Department for sharing this news with Westwood Minute.

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