Chief Robert M. St. Pierre Police Headquarters
Moved into in 1992, it is named after our former police chief with his 25 years of service and couldn't have been made possible without our former mayor, Neil Harrington. Check out our station photo gallery.
Public Relations
The Salem Police Department meets with leaders & members of the community on a regular basis to serve the needs of the residents of our fine city.
Harbormaster
The Harbormaster Department is unique in that it is a separate City department under control of the Mayor of Salem, but it is also a sub-division of the Police Department, answerable to the Chief of Police.
Dive Team
Our dive team is the official dive resource of NEMLEC, providing regional mutual aid to over 55 communities in Essex/Middlesex counties, in Massachusetts.
Old Police Station
This is the old police station that was located at 17 Central Street.
The Mission of the Salem Police Department
The Mission of the Salem Police Department is to enforce laws, protect individual rights, lives and property and to arrest those in need of arresting, cite those who need citing, assist those who need assisting, in order to improve public safety for everyone, reduce crime in our community, and diminish the fear of crime. We will utilize problem-solving strategies that focus on crime prevention, dispute resolution, and foster enhanced communication, cooperation and involvement with the community. We will treat people with dignity and respect and deliver the highest standards of police service and assistance to all. We will do this with pride in our profession and with professionalism worthy of the badge.
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- Survey (English)
- Encuesta (Español)
- Level 3 Sex Offender Search
- Domestic Violence Information
- Department LGBT Liaison
We are dedicated to using the philosophy and practices of Community Oriented Policing to increase the quality of life for Salem’s citizens by working in cooperation with Salem’s residents, businesses, educators, and government officials. We strongly encourage community involvement.
Terrorism Alerts
The Salem Police Department is committed to providing information to its citizens regarding current threats, security concerns and suspicious incidents.
Residential Street Sweeping
Posted Saturday September, 10th 2016 9:35AMPlease contact the Department of Public Services during normal business hours with questions or concerns.
Click here to view Street Sweeping Information
Special Movice Screening
Posted Thursday September, 8th 2016 7:22PMThis episode will talk about the recent trends in prescription opioid misuse and heroin use, opioid use disorders, efforts to reduce the distribution and use of heroin, and prevention/treatment efforts. A special panel discussion to follow after the episode.
Peace March 9/3/16
Posted Friday September, 2nd 2016 9:00AM- Start on Congress St at Leavitt St
- Continue up Congress St to Harbor St
- Turn left onto Harbor St
- Turn right onto Lafayette St
- Turn left onto New Derby St
- Turn right onto Washington St
- Turn right onto Church St
- Continue onto Brown St
- Continue onto Salem Common
Other Recent Announcements
Derby Street Mile 8/26/16
Fall 2016 Citizens Police Academy
National Night Out
Thank You to Our Community
A message from Chief Mary Butler
Archives
“In Service to the Community”
@SalemMAPolice
Salem MA Police - 2:11PM Sep 25
Thanks to the Salem Coalition for Animals for their donation of items to be used with stray or lost animals at the station!
Salem MA Police - 5:58PM Sep 20
Don't miss out on a screening of The Hungry Heart on Oct 12th @ Salem Visitor's Center. The screening starts at 6:3… twitter.com/i/web/status/7…
Salem MA Police - 3:23PM Sep 16
We're proud to have been re-accredited. Pictured are Captains Stephens and Losolfo. https://t.co/hXsmOpqomM
Salem MA Police - 8:00AM Sep 12
The Wicked Half Marathon will be on Saturday 9/17 starting @ 7 am. Expect delays along the route. https://t.co/ZZMT69vd4F
Salem MA Police - 5:52PM Sep 10
Street sweeping starts on Monday 9/12. Be sure to review this info to avoid a ticket or tow.
salem.com/home/news/city…
Dominick Pangallo - 9:55AM Sep 9
Visiting #SalemMA in Oct? Be sure to follow @DestSalem @HauntdHappnings @SalemMAPolice @GetThruOctober @MayorDriscoll and @BuildingSalem.
Salem MA Police - 7:21PM Sep 8
Don't miss this special screening next Wednesday. https://t.co/kX6WvLZJlm
Salem MA Police - 12:10PM Sep 3
Peace march at 2pm. Expect rolling road blocks & delays in area. See salempd.org for details https://t.co/PlvDVZUdfE
Salem MA Police - 9:03AM Sep 3
Be a good neighbor: follow traffic/parking laws, keep moving to reasonable times, & properly dispose of trash when done.
Salem MA Police - 9:03AM Sep 3
This weekend is move in for #SSU. Expect heavy traffic on roads around college. Add time or use alternate routes.
Salem MA Police - 9:03AM Sep 2
Today is the last day for Sharyn Lubas one of our most valued support members. Thanks for your 19 years of service! https://t.co/lMmgQk6ZPW
Salem MA Police - 9:54PM Aug 31
Both sides of New Derby St will be closed between Lafayette St and New Derby St later tonight for utility work. At this time 1 lane is open.
Salem MA Police - 9:53PM Aug 31
*Traffic Alert*
New Derby St westbound lane closed between Lafayette St and Washington St sue to @nationalgridus work until further notice.
Salem MA Police - 3:18PM Aug 31
We have received some information about counterfeit Oxycontin in our area.
bit.ly/2cfg7bt https://t.co/7DoLgjx4Wh
Salem MA Police - 2:08PM Aug 26
Race is expected to last until about 7:45. Seek alternate routes during this time.
Salem MA Police - 2:07PM Aug 26
The Derby St Mile road race is tonight starting @ 7p. Expect road closures along route from Willows, down Fort Ave, & on to Derby St.
Salem MA Police - 5:00PM Aug 24
Full video of the explosion from Mon can be downloaded from bit.ly/SPDRTvideo.
More details on our Facebook page. Contact us w/ info
Salem MA Police - 4:59PM Aug 24
We need help to ID parties who placed explosives inside a @therainbowtimes newspaper box.
facebook.com/SalemMAPolice/… https://t.co/1niFyJPyD4
Salem MA Police - 9:14AM Aug 17
Last Week Inside the Salem Police Department https://t.co/bbUjWKxEQD
Salem MA Police - 4:58PM Aug 12
We'll be holding our Citizens Police Academy again this fall!
Find out more at salempd.org
Salem MA Police - 2:59PM Aug 11
Please take time to check on neighbors and friends, heat related illness is serious & escalates rapidly. Call 9-1-1 for help.