Pittsfield Police Department

Pittsfield Police Department This is the official page of the Pittsfield (MA) Police Department. Please do not report criminal activity here.

Go to www.pittsfieldpd.org and use the Report a Crime button. The Pittsfield Police Department is a progressive, professional, contemporary law enforcement agency that is dedicated to our core missions of protecting lives and property. We work in cooperation with a wide range of constituencies to achieve this goal. The men and women of the Pittsfield Police Department have made a commitment to pro

vide professional comprehensive policing in partnership with all our citizens. As we police and serve our community, we pledge to uphold the standards set forth in our vision, mission and value statements. Welcome to the Official page of the Pittsfield Massachusetts Police Department. We hope that through this page, our Official website (www.pittsfieldpd.org), and our Official Twitter account () we can enhance our public information outreach, create channels for two way dialog between the department and the community, and to embrace the Department’s belief of community involvement. Please note that this page is not always monitored, and time sensitive information should be directed to our department's non-emergency request for police number at 413-448-9700 IF THIS IS AN EMERGENCY, DIAL 9-1-1. The Pittsfield Police Department reserves the right to block any Facebook user and remove any comments that are inappropriate or offensive; including, but not limited to: • Advertisements of any kind. • Profane language or content. • Content that promotes, fosters, or perpetuates discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, national origin, physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation. • Explicit or implied sexual content. • Conduct implying, promoting, or encouraging illegal activity. • Information that might compromise the safety or security of the public. • Any other post that, by its nature or content, is argumentative, harassing, or disruptive. • Contain links to inappropriate websites. The Pittsfield Police will remove any posts or ban any users who violate the above rules or impede our ability to communicate with the public in an emergency. Users and posts may be restored once the emergency has been mitigated. If you have questions or concerns about this page, please contact our department Public Information Officer Lieutenant Gary Traversa at 413-448-9700 ext. 412.

Please see the following media release regarding a recent event that took place in Pittsfield. If you reside in the area...
06/02/2026

Please see the following media release regarding a recent event that took place in Pittsfield. If you reside in the area, even if it’s not in the EXACT area, please check your cameras and contact PPD via FB messenger or through the information listed in the media release.

Thank you all, and stay safe.

PPD would like to release a statement about an incident that occurred last night at approximately 10 PM. We would like t...
05/31/2026

PPD would like to release a statement about an incident that occurred last night at approximately 10 PM. We would like to extend our condolences to the victims family, friends, and loved ones. If anybody within the community needs support through this tough time, PPD would like to offer support through our departments officers and our Co-Responder Units.

If anyone can provide any additional information, please reach out to Detective Losaw at 413-448-9700 ext. 572.

We forgot to mention a huge function that our new cameras have. They have the ability to transcribe different languages ...
05/22/2026

We forgot to mention a huge function that our new cameras have. They have the ability to transcribe different languages so we can communicate when a translator is not available or accessible.

Weekly summary of all arrests (protected and sensitive arrests not included) from 05/08/26-05/14/26. PPD has decided to ...
05/18/2026

Weekly summary of all arrests (protected and sensitive arrests not included) from 05/08/26-05/14/26. PPD has decided to not post specific arrests, but show the public all arrests made during the period of time, each with a brief summary. All presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Ever wonder about the history behind the walls of the Pittsfield Police Department headquarters?Our station at 39 Allen ...
05/17/2026

Ever wonder about the history behind the walls of the Pittsfield Police Department headquarters?

Our station at 39 Allen Street was originally constructed back in 1938 as part of the federal Public Works Administration (PWA) initiative during the New Deal era. For nearly 90 years, this building has stood as a cornerstone of downtown Pittsfield and a hub for public safety.

Check out this fascinating video detailing the construction, architectural history, and early days of the Pittsfield Police station:

Construction of Pittsfield, MA Police Station, 1938

8mm home movie of the construction of the Pittsfield, MA in 1938, from groundbreaking to completion. Black and white and color footage.We scanned this film a...

As we come towards the end of National Police Week, the PPD would like to thank the following who all took part in makin...
05/15/2026

As we come towards the end of National Police Week, the PPD would like to thank the following who all took part in making our week so much better: Sarah's Cheesecakes, South Street Pizza, Domino's, Shire Donuts, Just Kickin' It BBQ, and massage therapist Michaelyn Connors of The Backstop Northampton. Thanks again to all!

Please see the following public reminder about PPD’s body cameras.
05/14/2026

Please see the following public reminder about PPD’s body cameras.

This morning around 7:30 AM officers responded to a motor vehicle crash at the intersection of North St and Pontoosuc Av...
05/12/2026

This morning around 7:30 AM officers responded to a motor vehicle crash at the intersection of North St and Pontoosuc Ave. On arrival, officers observed two e-dirt bikes and another motor vehicle that had been involved in the accident. The investigation determined that two 13 year old kids were operating these dirt bikes on the incorrect side of the roadway and witnesses stated that they were swerving in and out of traffic. The juveniles did not possess a valid drivers license and the bikes were not insured/registered. They were subsequently seized and secured at PPD.

This is a reminder post to juveniles and their parents/guardians. Letting young children operate these bikes is dangerous to not only them but creates a public safety issue. In the last few days, PPD has seized numerous of these style bikes, issued citations, and criminal complaints for various violations. We understand “kids will be kids” or its “cool” to have an e-dirtbike to ride with friends, but in reality the dangers that come with this are not “cool” and they pose a serious risk to those riding them recklessly and to the general public.

On a positive note, we appreciate the parents/guardians who have listened to our advice, spoken to their children, and heard the police’s side of the story when we called them about their child.

05/10/2026

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day from the Pittsfield Police Department! 🌸

Today, we want to take a moment to honor and celebrate all of the incredible mothers, grandmothers, and mother figures in our lives and throughout the City of Pittsfield.

To the mothers who wear the badge, our dispatchers, and our support staff: your dedication to keeping our community safe while balancing your most important job at home is nothing short of inspiring. Thank you for your strength, your sacrifice, and your endless grace under pressure.

To all the mothers of Pittsfield: thank you for everything you do to make our city a better, kinder, and safer place. You are the foundation of our community, and we are grateful for you today and every day.

We hope your day is filled with the love, appreciation, and relaxation you so richly deserve!

💙 From all of us at the PPD, have a safe and beautiful Mother's Day. 💙

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39 Allen Street
Pittsfield, MA
01201

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