Pepperell Police Department

05/27/2026

The Pepperell Police Department is excited to announce our 4th Annual Junior Police Academy July 27-July 31, 2026!

This program is available to middle school students entering 6th, 7th, or 8th grade. Applications can be found at:

https://town.pepperell.ma.us/DocumentCenter/View/12455/2026-Student-Academy

Please email applications to [email protected] no later than June 19th. We look forward to another fun filled week!

05/06/2026

MassDOT is in the process of implementing a lane constriction on the Main Street Bridge. The southside lane (eastbound) has a structural steel member that is severely compromised and they will be adjusting the lanes to ensure that traffic is not passing over it. There will be no weight restriction at this time as the rest of the Bridge is in good condition. They will be placing jersey barriers and restriping the lanes to allow for two lanes of traffic to continue using the Bridge. The process of repairs will take years to go through as the planning/funding/design/permitting and construction process can take an extended period of time.

04/24/2026

Please see the attached press release from the US Marshals Service. K-9 Taro was a great de-escalation tool today in helping officers maintain a safe outcome for all involved.

04/15/2026

National Public Safety Telecommunications Week is a time to recognize and honor the dispatchers who act as a liaison between the public and emergency services during times of need.

Here in Pepperell, our dispatching is handled professionally by the Patriot Regional Emergency Communications Center and its dedicated employees.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Association, public safety telecommunicators receive 240 million 911 calls each year. No matter the circumstances, each call requires dispatchers to remain composed as they coordinate with first responders to ensure the community’s safety.

PPD would like to thank all of our partners at PRECC!

03/31/2026

Please see important message below

PEPPERELL — The Town of Pepperell, Patriot Regional Emergency Communications Center, Pepperell Police and Pepperell Fire are working together with professional outside information technology vendors…

03/03/2026

PEPPERELL POLICE DEPARTMENT
FOR IMMEDIATE RELASE
March 3, 2026

Pepperell Man Arrested on Multiple Charges Following Search Warrant:

Subsequent to an illegal firearm manufacturing and conspiracy investigation led by the Pepperell Police Department, a search warrant was issued and executed in Pepperell. During the search, officers located several illegal fi****ms, a large number of loaded high-capacity magazines, gun parts, accessories, and thousands of rounds of ammunition.

The Pepperell Police Department would like to thank the Nashua Police Department who worked closely with Pepperell officers during this investigation and the ex*****on of multiple search warrants. We would also like to thank the Groton and the Ayer Police Departments for their assistance.

As a result of the investigation, the Pepperell Police Department is charging Derek Tripp age 40, of Pepperell with the following:

1: Ammunition without FID card, possess
2: Firearm, possess large capacity
3: Firearm, improper storage
4: Possession of large capacity feeding device (24 counts)
5: Carry dangerous weapon

01/05/2026

Happy New Year! Please note on Weds Jan. 7th, during the hours of 8am-4pm there will be a large regional (NEMLEC) K-9 Police training presence in the area 46 Chestnut Street. We recommend avoiding the wooded area during this time frame. Thank you!

11/10/2025

Veterans Day is observed on Nov. 11 each year to honor and recognize veterans everywhere and thank them for their service, including members of our own department who served in the military.

Veterans Day is a chance to reflect on the country’s history and the sacrifices that have led to the freedoms we enjoy. It is an opportunity to reach out to and connect with the veterans who have given so much to protect their communities.

Their dedication, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to our country and the protection of its citizens do not go unnoticed. We thank them for their service not only today, but every day.

The PPD would like to thank all of our Veterans!

10/30/2025

Halloween Trick or Treat Hours

The Town of Pepperell will be celebrating Halloween on Friday, October 31st from 6:00-8:00PM. Please watch out for our little ghosts and goblins while driving town roads!

Halloween Safety Tips!

With Halloween approaching, it is important to consider the potential hazards the holiday brings for participants of all ages.

Children should be dressed appropriately for the weather and wear reflective attire or carry flashlights to ensure they can be seen in the dark. Young trick-or-treaters should always be accompanied by an adult. Older children should be reminded of how to trick-or-treat safely, and should use the “buddy system” to make sure no one walks alone.

Drivers should be extra cautious and drive slowly, paying careful attention to trick-or-treaters who may be unaware of the traffic.

Adults attending parties should make a plan to get home safely if they intend to drink, such as using a designated driver or rideshare option, and hosts should ensure guests who drink do not get behind the wheel.

Additional Halloween safety tips can be found on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Food and Drug Administration websites.

08/11/2025

Congratulations to all of the 2025 Pepperell Youth Academy graduates! It was an amazing week full of classroom lessons, crime scene investigations, Pepperell Police Drone Unit, NEMLEC K9, NEMLEC SWAT, Life Flight, National Guard, Bomb Squad, Pepperell Fire Dept, a mock trial, and many games of kickball! Thank you to C&S Pizza and the Pepperell Exchange Club for sponsoring our 3rd Youth Academy. We are already looking forward to next year!