As part of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, Chief James Sartell and the Townsend Police Department would like to remind residents to stay focused while operating a vehicle. April is designated as Distracted Driving Awareness Month by the National Safety Council.…
Townsend Police Department to Participate in Autism Patch Fundraiser in April
Educational Meet and Greet to be Held on April 29 Chief James Sartell is pleased to announce the Townsend Police Department will be participating in the Autism Police Patch Program through April and hosting a community meet and greet at…
Townsend Police Share Tips During National 9-1-1 Education Month
Chief James Sartell and the Townsend Police Department would like to share guidelines and tips in regards to accessing help in the midst of an emergency during National 9-1-1 Education Month. According to the National Emergency Number Association, around 240…
Townsend Police Share Motorcycle Safety Tips
With warmer weather in the forecast, Chief James P. Sartell wishes to remind drivers to be aware of motorcycles on the road. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were 4,985 motorcyclists killed in crashes in 2018 and…
Townsend Police Warn Residents about Scams Involving Tax Returns
With tax season now underway, Chief James P. Sartell and the Townsend Police Department would like to advise the community to be careful with personal and financial information when filing, in order to avoid falling victim to common scams. One…
Townsend Police Department Shares Tips for Cold Weather and Winter Driving Safety
Chief James Sartell and the Townsend Police Department would like to provide cold weather safety and winter driving tips to residents as temperatures continue to drop. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), cold weather induced illnesses…
Townsend Police Department Encourages Residents to Enroll in CodeRED Emergency Alert System
Chief James Sartell and the Townsend Police Department would like to encourage residents to sign up for CodeRED, the town’s emergency alert system. The CodeRed Emergency Alert System is a free community notification system available to Townsend residents that sends…
Townsend Police Department Receives $34,033 in Grant Funds for Body-Worn Cameras
Chief James Sartell is pleased to announce that Townsend Police Department has been awarded a total of $34,033 in federal grant funds allocated by the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security’s Office of Grants and Research (OGR). The Townsend…
Townsend Police Officers Receive Commendations for Lifesaving Efforts
Chief James Sartell is pleased to announce that two Townsend Police Officers were recently recognized for going above and beyond the call of duty after saving a man’s life last month. At the Tuesday, Nov. 17 Board of Selectmen meeting,…
Townsend Police to Participate in No Shave November
Chief James Sartell is pleased to announce that members of the Townsend Police Department will be participating in the No Shave November fundraiser next month to raise money in honor of the son of a local police officer who was…
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