TOWNSEND — Chief James Sartell is pleased to report that the Townsend Police Department is offering a registry for individuals with autism or other disabilities to give police helpful information in the event of an emergency. The registry can provide…
Townsend Man Convicted of Rape, Sentenced to Three to Five Years in Prison
TOWNSEND — Chief James Sartell and the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office report that a Townsend man was convicted of rape and sentenced to three to five years in prison. John Zagwyn of Townsend was indicted on a rape charge in…
Townsend Police to Host Sensory-Friendly Open House
TOWNSEND — Chief James Sartell is pleased to report that the Townsend Police Department is hosting a sensory-friendly open house at the police station so those on the autism spectrum can have a chance to meet Townsend Police officers in…
Police Department Updates Community on Animal Cruelty Investigation
Chief James Sartell and the Police Department are providing the following update to a report of animal cruelty that was received last week. On Thursday, April 11, at about 7:50 p.m., officers responded to the Amidon Family Memorial Bridge on…
Safety Tips For Expected Weekend Winter Weather
With some of the first snow accumulation of the season expected this weekend, residents are reminded of winter weather safety precautions. Stay Informed: While snow totals may continue to change, much of Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut can expect 6-12…
Townsend Police Department Receives $106,515 Grant to Support Seeking Accreditation
TOWNSEND — Chief James Sartell is pleased to report that the Townsend Police Department received a $106,515 federal grant to support the department’s pursuit of accreditation with the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission. The grant comes from the Fiscal Year 2023…
Townsend Police Department Completes International Association of Chiefs of Police’s One Mind Campaign
Chief James Sartell is pleased to report that the Townsend Police Department has kept a pledge to improve its ability to respond to those with mental health conditions by completing the International Association of Chiefs of Police’s One Mind Campaign.…
Townsend Police Hosting Coffee with a Cop, Collecting Toys for Toys for Tots
Chief James Sartell is pleased to report that the Townsend Police Department is hosting Coffee with a Cop to give community members a chance to converse with police over coffee, while also collecting toys for the Marine Corps’ Toys for…
Townsend Police Collecting Toys for Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program
Chief James Sartell is pleased to report that the Townsend Police Department will be collecting toys for the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program this winter season, and hosting a fill-a-cruiser event to further that goal. The mission of the…
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