Dunstable Police Department

04/08/2026

Chief Hoar is pleased to announce that a team of assessors form the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission is scheduled to arrive on Tuesday May 26 2026, to begin examining various aspects of the Dunstable Police Department’s policies and procedures, operations and facilities.
Verification by the Assessment Team that the Department meets the Commission’s standards is part of a voluntary process to gain state Accreditation that is a self-initiated evaluation process by which police departments strive to meet and maintain standards that have been established for the profession, by the profession.
The Massachusetts Police Accreditation Program consists of 257 mandatory standards as well as 125 optional standards. In order to achieve accreditation status, the Department must meet all applicable mandatory standards as well as 55% of the optional standards.

Achieving Accreditation is a highly prized recognition of law enforcement professional excellence. Anyone interested in learning more about this program is invited to call Chief Hoar or the Departments Accreditation Manager Sgt. Darrell Gilmore.

03/31/2026

Currently the local office phone numbers for the Dunstable Police (978-649-7445) & Fire Station (978-649-6661) are unavailable. Please be sure to dial 911 for any emergencies. For non-emergencies you may dial 978-433-2671.

02/23/2026

TRAFFIC ALERT……..
Hollis St is CLOSED between Fletcher St and River St due to a tree down on power lines. Please avoid the area and seek alternative routes.

12/20/2025

ALERT TRAFFIC DELAYS
Pleasant St Rt 113 is down to one lane due to a pole down with power lines and cable lines across the roadway.
Please seek alternate routes.

12/08/2025

TRAFFIC ALERT

Hollis St is closed from Pleasant St to Fletcher St due to a motor vehicle crash. Please seek alternate routes.

10/25/2025

Dunstable Trick-or-Treating
October 31, 2025
6PM to 8PM
Halloween is just days away and kids will soon be out in their neighborhoods for trick or treat fun. The Dunstable Police offers these tips parents can follow to help keep the kids safe while enjoying the festivities.
• Trick-or-treaters need to see and be seen. Use face makeup instead of masks which can make seeing difficult. Give trick-or-treaters a flashlight to light their way. Add reflective tape to costumes and trick-or-treat bags. If possible, have everyone wear light-colored clothing.
• Use flame-resistant costumes.
• When choosing costumes, stay away from long trailing fabric.
• Make sure adults know where the kids are going. A parent or responsible adult should accompany young children door-to-door.
• Be cautious around animals, especially dogs.
• Walk, don’t run.
• Only visit homes that have a porch light on. Accept treats at the door and never go inside.
• Walk only on sidewalks, not in the street. If there are no sidewalks, walk at the edge of the roadway, facing traffic. Look both ways before crossing the street, and cross only at the corner. Don’t cross between parked cars, and don’t cut across yards or use alleys.
• Drivers — use extra caution as youngsters may forget to look both ways before crossing.
• A grown-up should check all goodies before eating. Make sure to remove loose candy, open packages and remove any choking hazards. Discard any items with brand names that you are not familiar with.
If you are planning to welcome trick-or-treaters to your home, follow these safety steps:
• Light the area well so young visitors can see.
• Sweep leaves from your sidewalks and steps. Clear your porch or front yard of obstacles someone could trip over.

09/04/2025

Job Posting
Full Time Police Officer

The Town of Dunstable Police Department is seeking applicants for an anticipated opening of a Full-Time Police Officer Position. Dunstable is located in Middlesex County and is bordered by the towns of Groton, Pepperell, Tyngsboro, and Nashua NH. Our ideal candidate is a motivated and driven individual that is committed to the community policing philosophy and best police practices.

Minimum Qualifications:
- A US citizen
- 21 Years of age or older
- A valid driver’s license
- A valid License to carry a firearm in Massachusetts or the ability to obtain one
- A high school diploma (preference will be given to applicants with a higher degree)
- Municipal Police Training Committee Full-Time Certification (not required but preferred)
- Reside within 15 miles of the town of Dunstable within one year of the hire date.
- The ability to obtain and maintain Massachusetts POST Certification.

The current year starting base salary is $69,139.20. The Dunstable Police Department offers the following benefits: a 5% shift differential for the evening shift and a 7% differential for the late night shift, health insurance is split 25/75 by the employee and the town, longevity pay, an education incentive of $6500 for an associate’s degree and $7500 for a bachelor’s degree, a physical fitness incentive, various stipends based on qualifications, and tuition reimbursement. Upon hire employee will be eligible for ten (10) vacation days and four (4) personal days after the successful completion of six (6) months of employment.

To apply for this position submit a cover letter and resume to the department administrator Elizabeth Sappet PO Box 154 Dunstable MA 01827 or by email to [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until 4PM on September 30, 2025. For more information and a complete job description please visit the Town of Dunstable website or the Dunstable Town Hall.
https://www.dunstable-ma.gov/police-department
The town of Dunstable is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Dunstable is a rural community located just south of the Nashua, NH border which encompasses a little under 17 square miles. Besides Nashua, Dunstable is also bordered by Hollis, New Hampshire at its northwest edge, Pepperell to the west, Tyngsborough to the east and Groton to the south. Our officia...

07/16/2025

Don’t miss concert at the common this evening with vehicle night and with a special show of Boston Med Flight

05/19/2025

Dunstable Police reports that at 12:10 p.m., the department received reports of an individual
experiencing a mental health emergency outside of Town Hall, 511 Main St.
The individual was transported by Trinity Ambulance to an area hospital with self-inflicted
injuries that appeared to be life-threatening. Given the severity of the injuries, the individual was
then transported to a Boston hospital via medical helicopter.
Police report that there was no active threat to any Town Hall employees or residents of the
area.
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04/02/2025

03/31/2025

Chief Erik Hoar and the members of the Dunstable Police Department are pleased to announce that they will be selling a limited number of Autism Awareness Patches for the month of April. Patches are $10 and are available at the lobby of the Dunstable Police Station 23 Pleasant St. Again, there are only a limited number of patches, so get yours before they are gone. All profits raised will be donated to a local Autism charity at the end of the month.

03/25/2025