Police Chief Michael Murphy and Fire Chief Don Stats, along with the North Reading Police and Fire Departments, wish to share several important safety tips and reminders as residents prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday. The possession, use and sale of all fireworks without a professional license is against the law in Massachusetts, […]
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 […]
Police Department, Community Impact Team Continue Community Education on Substance Use Threats
The North Reading Police Department recently partnered with the North Reading High School Parents Association and Community Impact Team’s Youth Substance Use Prevention Coalition to offer a free educational event. The two-part community outreach featured an adult presentation on Tuesday, Feb. 7, which was followed by a Feb. 8 series of presentations to all North […]
North Reading Police Department Earns Reaccreditation from Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission
Chief Michael Murphy is proud to announce that the North Reading Police Department has earned reaccreditation from the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission (MPAC) for the fifth consecutive time. The North Reading Police Department was first accredited by MPAC in 2011, and was reaccredited in 2014, 2017, 2020, and once again on Wednesday, Feb. 15. “The […]
NRPD Memoriam: Augustus Lamont
NORTH READING — Chief Michael P. Murphy and the North Reading Police Department are saddened to announce the passing of retired Sergeant Augustus S. “Gus” Lamont. Mr. Lamont passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2023. A lifelong resident of the town, he joined the police department in 1967 and was promoted to Sergeant the following […]
North Reading Police Department Charges Andover Woman in Connection to Hit-and-Run Incident
Chief Michael Murphy reports that the North Reading Police Department has charged an Andover woman in connection with a hit-and-run incident last week. A 39-YEAR-OLD ANDOVER WOMAN will be summoned to Woburn District Court on charges including Negligent Operation of a Motor Vehicle and Leaving the Scene of an Accident Involving Personal Injury. On Wednesday, […]
North Reading Police Department to Participate in National Drug Take Back Day
NORTH READING 一 Chief Michael Murphy announces that the North Reading Police Department and the Community Impact Team’s Youth Prevention Coalition will be participating in National Drug Take Back Day in conjunction with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. When: Saturday, Oct. 29 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: O’Leary Senior Center, Front Parking Lot, […]
North Reading Police Department to Hold Child Safety Seat Check Event
Chief Michael Murphy invites community members to attend the North Reading Police Department’s Child Safety Seat Check event. The event will be held on National Seat Check Saturday, September 24, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Middle/High School upper parking lot, located at 189 Park St. The event will feature free infant and […]
North Reading Police Department and Community Impact Team Offer Free Community Naloxone Training
NORTH READING – Chief Michael Murphy is pleased to announce that the North Reading Police Department and Community Impact Team will offer community trainings on the use of opioid reversal medication. The opioid reversal medication Naloxone, better known by it’s brand name, Narcan, is used on individuals suffering from an overdose. In 2021, North Reading experienced […]
Ten Women Complete North Reading Police Department Self Defense Course
NORTH READING 一 The North Reading Police Department is pleased to announce that 10 women recently completed a Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) course offered by North Reading police officers who are certified instructors in the self-defense program. The four-part course seeks to empower women through awareness, verbal tactics, and defensive tactical training. There are also […]
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