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AI Threat Shuts Down Hudson High
18 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Hudson High School locked down due to a phoned-in threat Wednesday.
- Police suspect artificial intelligence generated the non-credible threat.
- Similar 'swatting' calls affected other school districts recently.
Hudson High School was placed on lockdown on Wednesday, December 17, following a phoned-in threat that prompted a significant police response. Authorities, including Hudson and Massachusetts State Police, converged on the school after the call was received at 7:55 a.m. The lockdown was lifted after a thorough search confirmed the building was safe, with officials stating the threat was not credible.
Initial evidence points to the possibility that the threatening call was generated by artificial intelligence, a development that has raised concerns. Police Chief Richard DiPersio characterized the incident as 'swatting,' a malicious act designed to trigger a large emergency services response. Other school districts have reportedly received similar AI-generated threats recently, amplifying community unease.
The Hudson Police Department has committed to a thorough investigation of the incident, assuring the community of their dedication to safety. An increased police presence was maintained throughout the day. This event echoes a similar incident last week at Milford High School, where a juvenile was detained in connection with a swatting incident.
