June 2, 2020 I, as well as Police Chiefs across Massachusetts and the nation, denounce the egregious and criminal actions and inactions taken by four members of the Minneapolis Police Department that resulted in the tragic and senseless death of George Floyd. Nowhere in police training are the actions of these officers taught […]

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Temporary Protocol The medication disposal kiosks in the Winchester Police Department lobby are currently closed due to the Covid-19 Pandemic. While the kiosks are closed, residents are asked to dispose of any unwanted medication in their household trash and to safeguard any medication in the medicine cabinets, drawers, etc. 50% of people who misused prescription […]

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During the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Winchester Police Department is asking for assistance from residents.  While we are open every day, 24/7,we will be limiting access to our building to the general public.  If you require records, email Jennifer Rolli in our records department at jrolli@winchesterpd.org and after preparing your request, the records will be left at our […]

Below is information regarding the application and renewal of firearms license to carry (LTC) procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic.  We appreciate your cooperation.  All applicants are instructed to mail in their new or renewal applications. Include a check for the application fee along with the application.  Processing will not be initiated without the appropriate fee […]

With tax season upon us, The Winchester Police Department would like to remind residents to be extra vigilant when it comes to identity theft and fraud. Remember, The IRS, FBI, Social Security Administration,  sheriff’s departments, local police departments or any other government agency will NEVER ask you to pay fines or taxes with Home Depot […]

The Winchester Police Department plans on taking part in Critical Incident Management System (CIMS) training as developed by Kelley Research Associates. CIMS is a software product developed to support countywide police led programs intending to document all overdose incidents within county jurisdictions, document all outreach attempts to individuals who have overdosed or are at-risk for […]

The Winter Parking Ban is an effect.  Vehicles parked on the street between 1:00 AM and 7:00 AM are subject to fines.  Any vehicles parked on the street during a snow emergency may be fined and towed. For residents who live in or around the center of town, vehicles can be parked, overnight, in the […]

On 08/02/19, at approximately 9:00 PM, Winchester Police received a call of possible gun shots in the area of Columbus Road.  Officers responded and confirmed shots were fired.  There were no injuries during the incident and the scene was secured.   At approximately 1:00 AM, with the assistance of Massachusetts State Police, Woburn Police and other local agencies, […]