Saugus Police Department

03/03/2026

Saugus Police Department Celebrates "Read Across America Day" with Veterans Memorial School Students. Chief Ricciardelli, Sergeant Misci, and Officer Zeitz visited the school and read selections from beloved Dr. Seuss books to the students. The event was filled with laughter, learning, and excitement as the officers shared classic stories that continue to inspire young readers. Read Across America Day is a nationwide initiative that promotes literacy and encourages children to develop a lifelong love of reading. The Saugus Police Department was honored to be part of this special day and to connect with students in such a meaningful way. The Department extends its thanks to the students and staff at Veterans Memorial School for the warm welcome and looks forward to continuing its partnership with local schools and community programs.

02/22/2026

Saugus Town-Wide Parking Ban to Begin on Sunday, Feb. 22 2026 at 9 p.m. and Continue Until Lifted and Trash/Recycling Collection Running on One-Day Delay Due to Impending Snowstorm

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01/25/2026

Winter Storm Update: Saugus Town-Wide Parking Ban to Begin on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026 at Noon and Continue Until Lifted

10/27/2025

Northeast Emergency Vehicle Operations (EVOC) will be conducting emergency response drills at the Square One Mall over the next few weeks.

10/23/2025

Saugus Youth & Rec. presents Saugus's 6th Annual Trunk or Treat at the Saugus High School, 1 Pearce Memorial Drive, Saturday, 3:pm - 5:pm. Bring your family for a day of fun!

10/15/2025

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing extended detours on the bridge carrying Route 107 over the Saugus River in Lynn and Saugus. Findings from a recent bridge inspection required the closure of the bridge. The bridge will be closed until further notice. To ensure safety, vehicle loads must be removed from the affected sections until appropriate repairs can be completed.
There will be no impact on vessels, as the drawbridge will remain operational. Sidewalks will remain open to bicyclists and pedestrians during the closure.
The following detours will be in effect:
Northbound traffic on Route 107 (Salem Turnpike) will be detoured at the Route 107/Ballard Street intersection as follows:
• Turn left onto Ballard Street.
• Turn right onto Lincoln Avenue.
• Continue on Boston Street.
• Turn right onto Summer Street.
• Take Summer Street back to Route 107 (Western Avenue).
Southbound traffic on Route 107 (Western Avenue) will be detoured as follows:
• Turn right onto Summer Street.
• Turn left onto Boston Street.
• Continue onto Lincoln Avenue.
• Turn left onto Ballard Street.
• Take Ballard Street back to Route 107 (Salem Turnpike).
Appropriate signage, law enforcement details, and advance message boards will be in place to guide drivers through the work area.
Drivers traveling through the affected areas should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution.
For more information on traffic conditions, travelers are encouraged to:
• Download the Mass511 mobile app or visit www.mass511.com to view live cameras, travel times, real-time traffic conditions, and project information before setting out on the road. Users can subscribe to receive text and email alerts for traffic conditions.
• Dial 511 and select a route to hear real-time conditions.
• Follow on X (formerly known as Twitter) to receive regular updates on road and traffic conditions.

07/03/2023

Happy Independence Day
Extending best wishes to the members of our community, for a happy and safe Independence Day. Happy 4th of July to all!

06/29/2023

BE AWARE! CONSTRUCTION SCAMMERS STEAL MORE THAN $100K FROM SAUGUS WOMAN

Chief Michael Ricciardelli and the Saugus Police Department would like to alert the community of a group of construction scammers who steal from the elderly.

On June 9th, a concerned citizen called the Saugus Police Department about unnecessary work being done at his neighbors home. When detectives began investigating, they discovered a group of workers known as “Irish Travelers” had promised an elderly woman they would perform repairs to her deck. As work had commenced the workers told the victim they needed to do additional “foundation repairs.” When police responded, the victim had paid the workers over $100k. “Irish Travelers” work primarily in construction, targeting older, unwitting, senior citizen homeowners to perform unnecessary repairs to their homes. Once the men receive payment up front to begin work they find additional tasks needed at a higher cost. The construction crews generally have a false company name, addresses, names, and email. In addition, all the work is not permitted and by the time police arrive the home owner is scammed thousands of dollars based on these sham transactions. Many times victims are forced to pay another contractor to fix the work performed by the travelers.

The scammers have hit other communities in and around the Boston area, anyone with information is asked to call police.

06/14/2023

06/07/2023

The Saugus Police Department had a great time engaging with the children at the Veterans Memorial School field day today. Thanks for having us!

06/05/2023

A Licensing page has been added to the Saugus Police Department website for citizens to download the latest LTC /FID applications. You can also schedule your appointment (follow the directions in the packet) and pay online. The information is located at

For New or Renewal Firearm LTC applications: 1.) Click HERE to download the forms and instructions. 2.) Once the packet is fully completed, schedule an appointment online (preferred) HERE. Follow t…

10/11/2022

The Saugus Police Department is pleased to share that Chief Michael Ricciardelli was honored by the Saugus-Everett Lodge of Elks as the organization's Public Servant of the Year. On Thursday, Oct. 6, Chief Ricciardelli accepted the honor at a dinner at the organization's lodge on Main Street in Saugus. For decades, the Saugus-Everett Lodge of Elks 642 has recognized members of the public from Saugus and Everett for their contributions to the community....

The Saugus Police Department is pleased to share that Chief Michael Ricciardelli was honored by the Saugus-Everett Lodge of Elks as the organization's Public Servant of the Year.