Dalton Ends Mutual Aid with Hinsdale

Dalton Police have severed their mutual aid pact with Hinsdale, citing trust, accountability, and officer safety concerns — sparked by a deadly January shooting during a mental health crisis and troubling emails revealing threats against a Dalton dispatcher. Though Dalton will still respond to major emergencies, Hinsdale now turns to Beckett and State Police for backup, underscoring how vital regional cooperation is in sparsely staffed Berkshire County. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5f329b46c1092223