Missing Framingham High Student Found in Swamp Area

Framingham Police were notified by Framingham High officials of a ”disoriented teen female” found in a wooded, swampy area, next to the high school, just before school was released, according to Framingham Police Lt. Stephen Cronin.

Police officers found her “disoriented” and possible under the influence of alcohol or drugs, so she was transported by ambulance to MetroWest Medical Center in Framingham, according to Lt. Cronin. She was found without shoes by two school counselors.

“Juvenile acquaintances” were also found in the Johnson Street area, said Lt. Cronin.

Police are still investigating the incident that took place just around 1:30 p.m. today, Nov. 4.

Lt. Cronin, said he did not have a name nor an age on the female taken to the hospital.

The teen, whose named was not released, was reported missing from class, according to Framingham High Principal Elyse Torbert.

“Administrators and faculty members went out to look for the student and found the student in the woods. While still in the woods, the student ran away and was then found in a swamp. Others were present and also ran away. The police were called and are now investigating the situation,” said Torbert, in an email that went out to parents this afternoon.

Torbert said at all times, “students in the building were safe, and most students in the building were likely unaware of the incident. “

It is not known why the student was in the wooden area, or if a crime was committed. It is believed the teen girl was with at least two others.