Kittery Police Department

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women of our Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

Memorial Day is more than the unofficial start of summer—it is a day of reflection, gratitude, and remembrance for those who gave their lives defending the freedoms we enjoy every day.

The Kittery Police Department extends our deepest appreciation to the families of our fallen heroes and to all who carry their memories forward. We encourage our community to take a moment today to remember the true meaning of Memorial Day and honor those who never came home.

🇺🇸 We remember. We honor. We will never forget.

05/20/2026

📰 Maine State Police and NCIS Investigate Human Remains Found at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard 📰

Kittery, ME — At approximately 9:50 AM on Wednesday, 05/20/2026, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard civilian divers conducting routine barge inspections in the area of Berth 14 (Dry Dock 3 facing Kittery Foreside) discovered human remains in the water.

Maine State Police and Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) are currently investigating. The remains will be transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for identification and to determine the cause and manner of death.

There is no danger to the public.

05/14/2026

🚓🔥 HELP US SUPPORT MAINE SPECIAL OLYMPICS! 🔥🚓

On June 3, 2026, members of the Kittery Police Department will proudly participate in the Maine Law Enforcement Torch Run benefiting Special Olympics Maine — an incredible organization that empowers athletes with intellectual disabilities through sports, inclusion, and community.

We’re asking our community to join us in supporting this great cause by donating through our fundraising page. Every dollar helps provide opportunities, training, competitions, and support for Special Olympics athletes across Maine.

💙 Please consider making a donation and helping us carry the torch for inclusion!

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Thank you for supporting our officers and the amazing athletes of Special Olympics Maine!

Kittery Police Torch Run Team (LETRT) - Carrying the Flame of Hope. Kittery Police LETR is proud to support Special Olympics Maine and the incredible athletes who inspire us every day through their courage and determination.

05/13/2026

The Kittery Police Department extends its deepest condolences to the family of Maine Game Warden Pilot Joshua Tibbetts and the men and women of the Maine Warden Service during this difficult time.

05/12/2026

05/11/2026

During National Police Week, the Kittery Police Department proudly recognizes and honors the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers across our nation.

This week serves as a reminder of the dedication, professionalism, and commitment demonstrated every day by the men and women who choose to serve their communities. We also pause to remember and honor those officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Their courage and legacy will never be forgotten.

We extend our sincere gratitude to the members of the Kittery Police Department, our public safety partners, and the citizens we are privileged to serve. Thank you for your continued support and trust as we remain committed to our mission of protecting and serving the Kittery community with strength, honor, courage and integrity.

04/15/2026

Today we recognize ACO Bill Walsh.

National Animal Control Officer (ACO) Appreciation Week is celebrated during the second full week of April (April 12-18, 2026) to recognize the dedicated professionals who ensure public safety and animal welfare. These officers, who often work in challenging conditions, are responsible for handling rabies control, animal rescues, and cruelty investigations.

Thank you ACO Bill Walsh for all you do!

04/12/2026

📞🚔🚒 National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week 🚑📞

This week, we proudly recognize and honor the dedicated professionals behind the scenes—our Public Safety Dispatchers.

The men and women of Kittery’s dispatch center are the calm voice in moments of chaos, the steady hand guiding first responders, and the critical link between our community and emergency services. Whether it’s a routine call or a life-threatening situation, they answer every call with professionalism, compassion, and unwavering focus.

Our dispatchers work around the clock, often without recognition, ensuring that police, fire, and EMS personnel have the information they need to respond quickly and effectively. Their ability to multitask, think critically under pressure, and provide reassurance to those in need is nothing short of extraordinary.

To our Kittery Public Safety Dispatchers—thank you for your commitment, your resilience, and your service to this community. We are grateful for everything you do, today and every day.

04/08/2026

🚨 Kittery Police Department – Distracted Driving Enforcement Campaign 🚨

Kittery PD is actively participating in a distracted driving enforcement campaign in partnership with the Maine Bureau of Highway Safety.

Officers will be increasing patrols and focusing on drivers who are texting, using handheld devices, or otherwise not paying full attention behind the wheel.

📵 A quick check can change everything.

Put the phone away and stay focused—your safety and the safety of others depends on it.

Violations may result in fines and other penalties.

Help us keep Kittery roads safe. Drive alert. Arrive alive.

03/29/2026

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

The Kittery Police Department, along with law enforcement agencies across the State of Maine, will be participating in Distracted Driving Awareness Month throughout April 2026.

The Kittery Police Department has received grant funding from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to specifically target enforcement of Maine's distracted driving and hands-free laws.

https://legislature.maine.gov/statutes/29-A/title29-Asec2121.html

Officers will be actively working to identify and stop drivers who are using handheld devices behind the wheel. This includes the usage of cell phones while stopped at a red light or otherwise temporarily stopped in traffic.

Distracted driving is dangerous and preventable. Putting the phone down can save lives-yours and others on the road.

Please drive safe, drive focused. Let's not meet by "accident".