Bee Attack Suspect Faces Extradition After Tennessee Arrest

Rorie Susan Woods, a Hadley woman who allegedly unleashed swarms of bees on Hampden County sheriff's deputies during an eviction in 2022, was arrested in Tennessee after failing to appear for her trial in Massachusetts. Authorities say Woods arrived at the eviction site towing beehives, agitated the bees, and caused several officers and bystanders to be stung, including one officer who was hospitalized. Wearing a beekeeper suit, she attempted to escalate the situation by bringing more bees to the scene before being arrested on multiple assault charges. After missing her trial, a judge issued a warrant for her arrest. Woods will be arraigned in Tennessee before being extradited to Massachusetts to face charges. Officials emphasized the seriousness of the incident and stated that justice would proceed despite her absence.