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Paul B. Saucier, Interim Chief

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• To report an ongoing incident, Dial 911 if an emergency or call the non-emergency Complaint Line at 508-799-8606. Please call 508-799-8600 to reach Police Department Divisions and Administrative Offices. Emails are checked periodically; please do not use email to report an ongoing incident.

News & Announcements

• Press Releases
• Neighborhood Meetings

Programs & Initiatives

Camera Collaborative
The Worcester Police Department Camera Collaborative is a free program allowing residents to register their private cameras with the police through the CrimeReports.com Camera Registration program.

Community Policing
The community policing model is used by the Worcester Police Department. This department-wide model is based on providing service to the community in a timely and cooperative manner.

Quality of Life Team
The Quality of Life Team is an interdepartmental team made up of members of the City Manager's Office, Department of Inspectional Services, Department of Public Works & Parks and Worcester Police Department.

Youth Violence Prevention
The mission of the Youth Violence Prevention Initiative is to reduce youth violence through policy and system change and promoting trust, safety, healing and opportunities for Worcester's highest risk youth.

Have a Question?

• How do I get a car seat installation safety check?

  Please visit the MA Public Safety Website to locate your nearest Child Safety Seat Inspection Site.

• How do I obtain a permit (sound/parade/work/animal)?

  Permits and the appropriate forms are issued by the Detail Office. There is a $5 fee for all permits (except Work Permits, which are $10).

• How do I report an abandoned motor vehicle?

  Please call 508-799-1853.

• How do I tow a vehicle off of my personal property?

  Choose a tow company of your choice. Call the WPD to report the tow at 508-799-8626. Please provide the plate number, VIN number, make, model and color of your vehicle, as well as the tow company who took the vehicle.

• What are the specific bail times?

  Weekdays:

  • 5 p.m.
  • 11 p.m.

  Weekends & Holidays:

  • 5 a.m.
  • 11 a.m.
  • 5 p.m.
  • 11 p.m.

  Bail is to be paid via cash or Certified Bank Check ONLY.

• When is the next Citizens' Academy?

  The currently scheduled Citizens' Academy is full. Future dates will be announced as they become available. The Citizens' Academy is a group of Worcester citizens who are interested in learning more about how their police department operates and the policing challenges our city faces. Participants in each session commit to meeting for three hours one night per week, for ten weeks, to learn about each aspect of the department.

• When is the next Police Auction?

  None scheduled at this time. However, at no time do the Worcester Police auction marked/unmarked cruisers, seized vehicles or motorcycles.

• Where do I pay speeding tickets?

  Speeding ticket payments are handled through the Registry of Motor Vehicles, NOT the Worcester Police Department.

• Where do I pay/appeal parking tickets?

  Parking ticket appeals are handled through Parking Administration, City Hall Room 203, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. You may call 508-799-1069 or File an Appeal Online.

• Which tow companies service the City of Worcester?
  • Belsito's 508-754-2300
  • Boulevard 508-755-2632
  • David's 508-753-5263
  • DiRenzo's 508-757-4494
  • Early's 508-753-1123
  • McFee's 508-753-9016
• Who do I contact for domestic violence assistance?

  Please call the WIN office number at 508-799-8610.

• Who handles media requests?

  Lieutenant Sean Murtha is the WPD Public Information Officer. Questions can be directed to MurthaS@worcesterma.gov.

Justice Department Investigation

The Special Litigation Section of the Department of Justice Civil Rights Division and the US Attorney's Office for the District of Massachusetts will jointly conduct this investigation. Individuals with relevant information are encouraged to contact the Department of Justice via email at community.wpd@usdoj.gov or by toll free phone at 888-221-6023. Individuals can also report civil rights violations regarding this or other matters using the Civil Rights Division's reporting portal, available at https://civilrights.justice.gov.

Resources

• Crime Prevention/Safety
• Cybercrime Unit - Parent Guide Brochure
• Disability Indicator Form for Landline, Wireless & VOIP
• MA Sex Offender Registry
• MassDOT Crash Portal
• Police Precincts Map
• Police Sectors and Street Routes Map
• Rx/Sharps Disposal Safety
• Security Alarm Registration