Investigation into the attempted arson at the Abington Police Station, Suspect Identified

investigation into the attempted arson at the Abington

? What Happened

• On Friday morning around 9 a.m., a man was seen on surveillance video pouring gasoline on the Abington Police Chief’s cruiser, which was parked in a marked space outside the station at 215 Central Street.
• The suspect was caught before he could ignite the liquid.

? Suspect Identified

• Police have identified the suspect as 39-year-old Franklin Cederholm, believed to be from the Abington area.
• He was taken into custody without incident and also had a lighter and two gallons of gasoline when arrested.

? Charges & Investigation

• Cederholm is facing multiple charges, including:
  • Attempted arson
  • Malicious damage to a motor vehicle
  • Trespassing
    Additional charges may be added as the investigation continues.
• Police have stated that the investigation is still active, and no motive has yet been publicly released.

? Response & Safety

• An Abington police lieutenant saw the suspect approaching and intervened quickly, likely preventing what could have been a serious fire and risk to the police station building.
• The Abington Fire Department assisted in cleaning up the gasoline to secure the scene.

? Additional Notes

• Officials indicated that Cederholm was taken for a mental health evaluation following his arrest.
• The police chief emphasized the importance of the swift actions by officers in averting a potential disaster.

About Michael Mcstay

Michael McStay is the founder, publisher, of Plimoth Today, a dedicated local news platform delivering real-time reporting, civic updates, and community coverage across the Plymouth region. With a deep commitment to independent local journalism, Michael oversees both the technical infrastructure and the editorial direction of the platform—ensuring residents have transparent, reliable access to everything from Town Meeting coverage to local athletics and maritime updates.