Hudson Massachusetts Police Department

12/07/2023

The Waltham Police Officer tragically killed yesterday has been identified as Ofc. Paul Tracey. He was a decorated 28 year veteran of the department. He was a loving husband and father, and was well known and well liked in the community. His wife also serves the Waltham community as a School Resource Officer. A family dedicated to serving their community with distinction.

Devastating loss any time of year, but particularly difficult at the start of the holiday season. We are heartbroken and send our prayers to all. 💙 The National Grid utility worker killed has not been publicly identified.

12/07/2023

Heartbreaking news out of Waltham tonight. The men and women of the Hudson Police Department extend our heartfelt condolences to the Waltham MA Police Department for the loss of one of their own tonight. We also send our thoughts and prayers to the members of National Grid US who also had one of their employees killed and others seriously injured in last nights incident. Devastating losses any time of year, but particularly difficult as the holiday season begins. Prayers to all. 💙

12/06/2023

Are you a Hudson resident? Or maybe you work in Hudson? If so you can sign up for our citizens academy. Sign up now!
We are excited to announce your HPD will be hosting a Citizen’s Police Academy beginning March 5, 2024. The objective of the Citizens Police Academy program is to allow citizens to learn about and observe first-hand the workings of their police department and get an inside look at law enforcement. Participants will be instructed by members of the department in a variety of subjects. These subjects will be taught in various settings and will include hands-on experience. The key to the success of this program is the enthusiasm and participation that the citizens bring to our Citizens Police Academy.
Topics of discussion and training will include administrative operations, patrol operations, detective bureau and criminal investigations, criminal and constitutional law, courtroom procedures, communications center, motor vehicle law, use of force, special ops, and community outreach.
The Citizen Police Academy will be held at the Hudson Police Department once a week for ten (10) weeks. Sessions run from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesdays. Some classes may be held at other locations. Full attendance at each class is required for a graduation certificate.
Minimum criteria to attend the academy; must be at least 21 years of age prior to the start date, be a Hudson resident or work in Hudson, have no prior felony convictions, no misdemeanor arrests within 2 years of application. A full background check will be completed on all applicants. There is no fee to attend and a polo-style uniform shirt will be provided.
Application can be found using the link below. First class begins on Tuesday, March 5, 2024.
Completed applications must be emailed to Lt. Tom Crippen at [email protected]. If you have any questions, Lt. Crippen can be reached via email or by phone at 978-562-7122, ext. 224.
https://www.townofhudson.org/.../hudson-police-citizens...

12/04/2023

Are you a Hudson resident? Or maybe you work in Hudson? If so you can sign up for our citizens academy. Sign up now!
We are excited to announce your HPD will be hosting a Citizen’s Police Academy beginning March 5, 2024. The objective of the Citizens Police Academy program is to allow citizens to learn about and observe first-hand the workings of their police department and get an inside look at law enforcement. Participants will be instructed by members of the department in a variety of subjects. These subjects will be taught in various settings and will include hands-on experience. The key to the success of this program is the enthusiasm and participation that the citizens bring to our Citizens Police Academy.
Topics of discussion and training will include administrative operations, patrol operations, detective bureau and criminal investigations, criminal and constitutional law, courtroom procedures, communications center, motor vehicle law, use of force, special ops, and community outreach.
The Citizen Police Academy will be held at the Hudson Police Department once a week for ten (10) weeks. Sessions run from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesdays. Some classes may be held at other locations. Full attendance at each class is required for a graduation certificate.
Minimum criteria to attend the academy; must be at least 21 years of age prior to the start date, be a Hudson resident or work in Hudson, have no prior felony convictions, no misdemeanor arrests within 2 years of application. A full background check will be completed on all applicants. There is no fee to attend and a polo-style uniform shirt will be provided.
Application can be found using the link below. First class begins on Tuesday, March 5, 2024.
Completed applications must be emailed to Lt. Tom Crippen at [email protected]. If you have any questions, Lt. Crippen can be reached via email or by phone at 978-562-7122, ext. 224.

https://www.townofhudson.org/.../hudson-police-citizens...

12/03/2023

The men and women of HPD extend our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Mass. State Police Sgt. Gregory Furtado. 💙

12/03/2023

Couple of lost and found items from tonight’s holiday stroll:

An amount of cash bills was found in front of town hall on the lawn.

A child’s winter coat size 2T was found in the street in front of town hall.

If anyone lost either items they are at the police station. Inquire within.

12/01/2023

HUDSON POLICE CHRISTMAS TREE DECORATING CONTEST!

Our Christmas Tree is up! 🎄But it needs your help.

We are asking the community to help us decorate our tree in our first annual tree decorating contest. Contest rules are simple. The ornament must be handmade, keep it under 6-8 inches, include a loop or a hook so it can be hung, and include a name and contact info on it.

Stop by our police station lobby anytime and hang the ornament on the tree. The contest is open to youths of all ages through age 17, but please only one entry per resident. The winners will win some HPD swag, including our very own K9 Murf and K9 Jocko stuffed animals!

Prizes will be given in the categories of children 5 and under; elementary school; middle school; and high school grades. So please also include which category you fall in.

The contest ends on Friday, Dec. 15th at 12pm. Chief DiPersio and staff will pick the ornaments in each class and notify the winners. C’mon H-town, lets get this tree decorated! 🎄🎁

12/01/2023

Are you a Hudson resident? Or maybe you work in Hudson? If so you can sign up for our citizens academy. Sign up now!

We are excited to announce your HPD will be hosting a Citizen’s Police Academy beginning March 5, 2024. The objective of the Citizens Police Academy program is to allow citizens to learn about and observe first-hand the workings of their police department and get an inside look at law enforcement. Participants will be instructed by members of the department in a variety of subjects. These subjects will be taught in various settings and will include hands-on experience. The key to the success of this program is the enthusiasm and participation that the citizens bring to our Citizens Police Academy.
Topics of discussion and training will include administrative operations, patrol operations, detective bureau and criminal investigations, criminal and constitutional law, courtroom procedures, communications center, motor vehicle law, use of force, special ops, and community outreach.
The Citizen Police Academy will be held at the Hudson Police Department once a week for ten (10) weeks. Sessions run from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesdays. Some classes may be held at other locations. Full attendance at each class is required for a graduation certificate.
Minimum criteria to attend the academy; must be at least 21 years of age prior to the start date, be a Hudson resident or work in Hudson, have no prior felony convictions, no misdemeanor arrests within 2 years of application. A full background check will be completed on all applicants. There is no fee to attend and a polo-style uniform shirt will be provided.
Application can be found using the link below. First class begins on Tuesday, March 5, 2024.
Completed applications must be emailed to Lt. Tom Crippen at [email protected]. If you have any questions, Lt. Crippen can be reached via email or by phone at 978-562-7122, ext. 224.

https://www.townofhudson.org/police-department/files/hudson-police-citizens-application

11/27/2023

Last day to sign up! If you know any child in need, please let us know. Now accepting ages 5 through 13.

Thanks to the generous donations of local businesses, we are again hosting "Shop with a Cop" this year. Scan the QR code to register. Contact Det. Crogan or Lt. Downing with any questions. Food will be provided by the Artisan at Hudson.

11/27/2023

Some useful tips from our partners at the FBI Boston on protecting yourself from scams this holiday season.

Does the deal sound too good to be true? It probably is. This , be on the lookout for criminals trying to defraud shoppers. Visit www.fbi.gov/holidayscams for the 's top tips on how to protect yourself and your loved ones.

11/25/2023

Are you planning to be out shopping today? What better way to get into the holiday spirit than giving to others?

By supporting Toys for Tots, you're not just donating toys; you're investing in a brighter future for children. Your donation helps reach more children, ensuring that no child is left without a gift to open. Join us in the toys for tots heartfelt mission to bring smiles, warmth, and happiness to countless little faces this Christmas. 🎁

Members of the Community Action Team and our CEMLEC Swat team will be outside Walmart today collecting for Toys for Tots from 9-3. Stop by, donate if you can, and check out the cool Bearcat Swat vehicle.

11/23/2023

Congrats to Sgt. Jesse Hayden ‘99 on his Hudson High School Hawk Hall of Fame induction this morning at Morgan Bowl. Strong work Sarge! 🦅 🏈⚾️

11/22/2023

Thank you Starbucks Hudson Highland Commons team for the coffee today!
🚓 💙 ☕️

11/22/2023

We hope everyone enjoys a safe and happy Thanksgiving filled with family, friends, and love. Please celebrate responsibly and don't drive like a turkey. Travel safe, take it slow, and designate a sober driver. We like y'all but we really don't want any overnight guests.

A shout out to all those first responders out there missing this holiday with family to keep our communities safe. A special thank you to our HPD team working this Thanksgiving. We appreciate you!

11/21/2023

HUDSON POLICE DEPARTMENT CHARGES MAN WITH DRAWING SWASTIKAS ON SOFTBALL FIELD

HUDSON — Chief Richard DiPersio reports that the Hudson Police Department has identified and charged a suspect with drawing sw****kas on school property at the Quinn Middle School in Hudson earlier this month.

On Thursday, Nov. 2, the Hudson Police Department took a report of sw****kas being drawn in the dirt of the softball field behind Quinn Middle School. An investigation into the origin of the drawings was still ongoing when the department received another such report on Wednesday, Nov. 15.

On Wednesday, Nov. 15, police responded to the softball field and located a 19-year-old Hudson man who was suffering from a mental health crisis. The department connected that individual to services to address his mental health crisis.

A further investigation led the department to summons that 19-year-old male to Marlborough District Court to face a charge of vandalizing property in connection with allegedly drawing sw****kas in the dirt of the softball field. Since the 19-year-old is being summonsed, his name is not being released. It will be released upon his arraignment in Marlborough District Court.

"The sw****ka symbol has a well-known history of hatred, anti-Semitism and racism, and such symbols have no place in Hudson," said Chief DiPersio. "I want to thank the members of the community and school department that helped us identify and charge a suspect in this case."
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11/20/2023

Special Town Meeting tonight, 7:30pm, at the Hudson High School auditorium.

11/20/2023

Last day to sign up!! There are spots still available. Ages 5-13

Thanks to the generous donations of local businesses, we are again hosting "Shop with a Cop" this year. Scan the QR code to register. Contact Det. Crogan or Lt. Downing with any questions. Food will be provided by the Artisan at Hudson.

11/17/2023

Thanks to the generous donations of local businesses, we are again hosting "Shop with a Cop" this year. Scan the QR code to register. Contact Det. Crogan or Lt. Downing with any questions. Food will be provided by the Artisan at Hudson.

11/16/2023

Last night Chief DiPersio and Capt. Perry joined the incredible folks at the Hudson Rotary Club to talk about the department and our ongoing community outreach efforts. Thank you for having us!

11/13/2023

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Some of you have probably noticed that scam accounts are posting links to purchase Hudson Police Department clothing on our page. These links are being shared in the comments section of our posts, and sometimes our followers are even tagged for the shirt orders. PLEASE DO NOT CLICK on the link as it is a scam and may compromise your personal information.

These posts have been occurring more frequently and through numerous accounts. They are in no way affiliated with our department.

HPD will have specialized posts in the event we have clothing for sale. We will never directly message Facebook users to purchase with a link. Any link coming from anything other than our official page should be considered fraudulent. Please spread the word and do not attempt to purchase these items. An image of a fraudulent image is below.

We cherish our followers. Please don’t be fooled by this scam while trying to support us.

11/11/2023

Thanks to our HPD Honor Guard for participating in today’s Veterans Day ceremonies. Enjoy the rest of this beautiful Fall weekend! 🇺🇸 🍁

Shown l to r are Ofc. Andrew Garceau, Sgt. John Murphy, Ofc. James Downing, Ofc. Jason Hatstat, Ofc. Mike Doran, and Det. James Connolly at the rear.

11/11/2023

We extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to all veterans and active service members on this Veterans Day. Thank you all for your service to this great country.

We especially acknowledge our own HPD veterans and active service members who have served and continue to serve.

"As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them."

~ John Fitzgerald Kennedy

11/09/2023

The Town of Hudson will hold a Veterans Day parade and ceremony on Saturday, November 11, beginning at 9:30am. The parade will begin at 10am at the Amvets on South Street, to Houghton Street, Main Street, and conclude at Town Hall.

11/09/2023

HUDSON POLICE DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCES GRANT FUNDING FOR TRAFFIC SAFETY

We are excited to announce the Hudson Police Department has been awarded grant funding through the Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security/Office of Grants and Research, in the amount of $39,700, for its Municipal Road Safety Program. This grant funding will be used to support traffic safety enforcement campaigns and purchase additional traffic safety equipment.

11/09/2023

11/08/2023

Pack 39 meets the Hudson Police dogs!

Tonight Sgt. Sam Leandres and his partner K9 Jocko, along with Det. Chad Crogan and his partner K9 Murf, joined the Pack 39 Cub Scouts of Stow for a K9 demonstration and a presentation on the department’s K9 and Community Resource Dog units. Thanks for having us! 🐶🐾

11/08/2023

This afternoon Lt. Tom Crippen and Det. Chad Crogan and K9 Murf attended the Worcester State University Criminal Justice Club’s career fair at WSU. Our recruitment team spoke of the value and benefits of joining a professional, progressive police department such as the Hudson Police Department, and what a career in law enforcement can offer.

11/07/2023

You may notice some of our officers are a bit more "furry" this month. For the months of November and December, HPD staff can participate in the No-shave November campaign. This year we have decided to support HHS student Brianna Briggs who is currently battling a very aggressive Glioma brain tumor. Officers who participate in the campaign have donated to Brianna and can drop the razor for the next 2 months and grow those beards.

We are asking the H-Town community to join us in this campaign and donate to our fund to support Brianna. All proceeds will go directly to Brianna and her family. At the end of December, we will present Brianna a check. You can use the QR code on the image below, drop off payment at the police station, or mail your payment to the:

Hudson Police Association
911 Municipal Drive
Hudson, MA 01749
Attn. "Brianna"

You can also Venmo to -AssociationInc
Please put "Brianna" in the notes.

Keep fighting Brianna! 💙

11/07/2023

Tis the season! As we approach the 2023 holiday season, we remind everyone our Toys for Tots drive has officially kicked off. You can donate new, unwrapped toys here at the police station drop boxes located in our lobby. 🎄🎁

11/06/2023

Our Fill-a-Cruiser event on Saturday to support the Hudson Community Food Pantry was a huge success! The community donated a combined 8400 lbs of food to our CAT team and the Boy Scouts. Awesome!

Thanks to all who came out and supported this event and thanks to our CAT members.

One Team. One Community. Better Together.

11/06/2023

On Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023, a sw****ka symbol was discovered etched in the sand of the softball field behind Quinn Middle School. The symbol is believed to have been made during the evening hours the night before as it was not there during the school day on Wednesday.

The sw****ka symbol has a well known history of hatred, anti-Semitism, and racism, and we take this matter seriously. We are asking the community if you have any information that may assist our detectives with this investigation, please contact them at 978-562-7122 ext. 201.

11/03/2023

HPD Community Action Team members will be conducting their annual “Fill-a-Cruiser” food drive to benefit the Hudson Community Food Pantry tomorrow Saturday 11/4 from 9am-3pm. We will be located at Shaws, Stop & Shop, and Market Basket collecting non-perishable food items.

Each year we have a friendly competition with the Boy Scouts to see who can collect the most. Help us make this year the best year yet! It’s an easy way to give back to this great community. Hope to see you there!

One Team. One Community. Better Together.

11/02/2023

11/02/2023

FYI

There will be a police training being conducted at 150 Coolidge Rd today starting at 10am, there will be multiple police vehicles in the area- there is no emergency, training only.

11/01/2023

Our 3-11 patrols were out last night spending time with the trick or treaters. Ofc’s Espie and O’Toole made some new friends with this crew. We hope everyone had a happy Halloween! Now bring on the turkey! 🦃

10/31/2023

Hudson Police Department Shares Tips to Stay Safe This Halloween

HUDSON — Chief Richard DiPersio and the Hudson Police Department would like to share tips and guidance to help kids and families stay safe as they celebrate Halloween this year.

Costume Safety
Enjoy a safe and happy Halloween by following the below guidelines, courtesy of the Food and Drug Administration and Consumer Product Safety Commission:
• Reduce fire hazards by choosing costumes made of polyester or nylon fabric and not sheer cotton or rayon fabric.
• Use reflective tape as a trim for costumes and outerwear to help be seen in lower light. Wearing a brightly colored costume and carrying a flashlight or glow stick can also help brighten the walkways for trick-or-treaters.
• Wear a costume that fits and avoid overly long or baggy costumes to prevent trips and falls. Wear makeup and hats rather than costume masks, which can obscure vision.
• Carefully follow all product directions and test any makeup you plan to use in advance. Put a small amount on the arm of the person who will be wearing it. If a rash, redness, swelling, or other signs of irritation develop where the makeup was applied, that's a sign of a possible allergy. Always remove all makeup before going to bed to prevent skin and eye irritation.
• Don't decorate your face with things that aren't intended for your skin.
• Don’t wear decorative or colored contact lenses that appear to change how your eyes look due to the risk of eye injury, unless you have seen an eye care professional for a proper fitting and have been given instructions for how to use the lenses.

Trick-or-Treating Safety
According to the National Safety Council, children are more than twice as likely to be struck by a car and killed on Halloween than on any other day of the year. To help prevent such a tragedy, parents and trick-or-treaters are urged to consider these tips before heading out:
• A responsible adult should accompany young children on neighborhood rounds.
• If older children or teenagers are going out alone, plan and review a route that you feel is safe and acceptable for them to follow. Agree on a specific time older children and teenagers should return home.
• Teach your children never to enter a stranger’s home or car.
• Instruct children to travel only in familiar, well-lit areas and stick with their friends.
• Tell your children not to eat any treats until they return home, and take care to avoid any food allergies.
• Children and adults are reminded to put electronic devices down, keep their heads up and walk, not run, across the street. Always look both ways before crossing the street.
Driving Safety
The following tips, courtesy of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, can help keep the roads safe on Halloween:
• Be alert for trick-or-treaters on Halloween. Slow down and continue to scan the road in areas where they are likely to be or where sight distances are limited.
• On Halloween there will likely be more pedestrians on the roads and in places where they are not expected. Slower speeds save lives.
• Stay alert for pedestrians who may come out from between parked cars or behind shrubbery. Stop and wait for them to pass.
• Don’t drive distracted. Keep your eyes on the road, your mind on driving and your hands on the wheel.
• Don’t drive impaired. Designate a sober driver or use a taxi or rideshare service. If you see a potentially impaired driver on the road, contact law enforcement.
• Remember that social host liability laws may hold you responsible for parties where underage people drink, regardless of who furnishes the alcohol, and you could be held legally responsible for your guests’ behavior after they leave.

The Hudson Police Department wishes the community a safe and happy Halloween!

10/29/2023

In 2021 the Hudson Police Department petitioned the annual town meeting to remove the police department from Civil Service. It was overwhelmingly approved.

For decades, the department had one woman police officer. Since being removed from Civil Service in 2021, we now have four. Read about this and these outstanding women here 👇We are thankful for them and all they bring to the community!

They agreed that every day is a surprise. Costa said what they have to respond to depends on what is going on in the world.

10/28/2023

Thanks for joining us this afternoon at our trunk or treat! Lots of great costumes. We’ll share some Halloween safety tips soon.