Hull: Peddocks Island ranger remains on leave following death of Whitman man

As officials from the state Department of Conservation and Recreation continue their investigation into the death of a former park ranger who fell to his death in an elevator shaft in one of the abandoned buildings on Peddocks Island, the island’s caretaker who works for DCR remains on unpaid administrative leave.

Following the death of 35 year-old William Bryan III of Whitman, the caretaker was removed from his post on the island, which is just off the coast of Hull.

Bryan and a group of friends had made an unauthorized visit to the island when he was killed.

A spokesperson for DCR said the Plymouth County District Attorney’s office would decide if any criminal charges should be filed.

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