Police Chief Mark Zimmerman would like to share the following information about vehicle theft prevention following an increase in thefts around Town. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 850,000 vehicles were stolen in the U.S. in 2024, accounting for one vehicle every 37 seconds. Each year, incidents of vehicle theft […]
Child Passenger Safety Week – Choose the Right Seat for Your Child
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 know how to properly install their car seats, about half (48%) have installed their child’s […]
Start a Conversation During Emergency Preparedness Month
September is National Emergency Preparedness Month, which encourages families to discuss safety plans under this year’s theme, “Start a conversation.” According to FEMA, those who are informed about emergency preparedness are five times as likely to take action, protecting themselves, their families, and communities. Follow some of our tips to practice preparedness in the case […]
North Reading Police Department Shares Back-to-School Safety Tips
Welcome back to school! 🏫✏️🍎 A new school year means kids will be out walking and biking to school, buses will be out on the roadways, and drivers should be more cautious when driving through our community. Parents, please talk to your children before the new school year starts about getting safely to and from […]
North Reading Police Department Shares Winter Storm Safety Tips Ahead of Tomorrow’s Storm
The North Reading Police Department would like to share the following safety tips ahead of tomorrow’s expected storm. At this time, the National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Winter Storm Warning across Massachusetts for Tuesday, Feb. 13. Snow accumulations of as many as 7-13 inches are possible, with wind gusts potentially approaching 40 miles […]
North Reading Police Department to Hold Self Defense Class for Women
Chief Michael Murphy is pleased to announce that the North Reading Police Department will offer another Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) Self Defense Course in June. The 12-hour program is taught by certified instructors and incorporates awareness, verbal tactics, and defensive physical skill training into a self-confidence building program. Classroom work is followed by hands-on tactical practice […]
