The night of Oct. 31 is quickly approaching. Children will be out trick-or-treating, and everyone should take precautions to keep Halloween a safe event. From wearing appropriate attire to checking your children’s candy to driving safely, everyone plays a role on this holiday.
Details/Vendor Policies & Protocols
The Townsend Police Department provides specialized or “detail” services pursuant to the terms of a collective bargaining agreement between the Town of Townsend and AFSCME Council 93, Local 3470 who represents our police officers. Here, you will find the department’s FY25 detail rates, scheduling, and cancellation policies/protocols.
Department Resources
Anonymous Tips
To report a tip anonymously, please complete our online tips form.
Online Forms
Townsend News

Townsend Police Department Receives $18,412 State Grant to Improve Road Safety
TOWNSEND — Chief James Sartell is pleased to share that the Townsend Police Department has been awarded $18,412 in state grant funding to improve road safety. The Healey-Driscoll Administration awarded more than $12.4 million in funding through the Municipal Road…

Townsend Police Recognize Child Passenger Safety Week
This week is Child Passenger Safety Week, and we would like to raise awareness about properly sized and correctly installed car seats. A study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Association found that while most parents and caregivers believe they…
You must be logged in to post a comment.