Springfield Police Department

Springfield Police Department The Springfield Police Department located in Massachusetts.

The Springfield Police Department is part of a long history of Law Enforcement in New England, dating back to the city's founding in 1636. The SPD developed from the early years of "law and order" in the settlement to a modern day law enforcement agency. Beginning with the days of the Constable, the role of Marshalls, to the emergence of police officers as a profession, the SPD been a part of the develop of Law Enforcement in the USA.

Anti-OHV Details Lead to Seizure of Six Illegal Dirt Bikes, Motorcycles and MopedsSpringfield, Mass. — On Wednesday Augu...
09/01/2026

Anti-OHV Details Lead to Seizure of Six Illegal Dirt Bikes, Motorcycles and Mopeds

Springfield, Mass. — On Wednesday August 26th and Saturday August 29th, members of the Springfield Police Department working an Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) enforcement detail seized two dirt bikes, an electric dirt bike, a moped and two illegal motorcycles.

Springfield Police Officers conduct these details to deter the illegal riding of dirt bikes and other off-highway vehicles. These vehicles are illegal on any city street and have led to serious injuries and death to numerous riders. Some riders are also known to drive recklessly, putting pedestrians and other vehicular traffic in danger.

On Wednesday, an unlicensed Tank motorcycle rider was involved in a two vehicle crash at Berkshire Avenue and Jasper Street. The 35-year-old male rider was unlicensed, and the motorcycle was uninsured and unregistered. The rider will receive a criminal complaint and the motorcycle was seized.

On the same date, officers conducted a traffic stop of a Tank motorcycle rider. The motorcycle was unregistered and the rider, a 18-year-old male, did not have a proper license to ride. He was issued a criminal complaint. The motorcycle was seized.

Also on the 26th, officers stopped a dirt bike rider at the intersection of State Street and Concord Street. The rider, a 35-year-old male, was issued a civil citation and the dirt bike was seized.

On Saturday August 29th, officers conducted a traffic stop of a electric dirt bike rider in a parking lot near the intersection of Armory Street and Carew Street. The 15-year-old male rider was issued a civil citation and the dirt bike was towed.

Later on Saturday, officers observed a rider on a moped. A traffic stop was made on the 0-100 block of Massachusetts Avenue. The 14-year-old male rider will receive a criminal complaint and the moped was towed.

Also on the 29th, officers stopped a dirt bike rider on East Columbus Avenue. The 16-year-old male rider was issued a civil citation and the dirt bike was seized.

The Springfield Police Department has now seized 119 illegal off-highway-vehicles and illegal motorcycles mainly due in part to these continued Anti-OHV details.

SPD Accepting Applications for Citizens Police AcademySpringfield, Mass. — The Springfield Police Department’s popular C...
09/01/2026

SPD Accepting Applications for Citizens Police Academy

Springfield, Mass. — The Springfield Police Department’s popular Citizen’s Police Academy is set to begin a new class on October 1st. This nine-week program offers citizens insight into how police officers perform their duties and how the department serves the community.

The Academy is open to all residents of Springfield who are at least 18 years old. Non-residents are encouraged to apply and will be considered if the class does not fill to capacity. There is no cost to attend.

The Citizens Police Academy will hold classes on Thursday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Paul J. Fenton Public Safety Annex located at 50 East Street. The Academy will begin on Thursday October 1st and hold classes every Thursday (except Thanksgiving) through December 3rd.

Springfield Police Officers will cover topics including but not limited to Criminal & Constitutional Law, Use of Force, Crime Analysis, Forensics, Body-Worn Cameras and Patrol Procedures.

The application form or fillable form is available on our website by following this link - Don’t wait, these classes fill up quickly!
https://www.springfield-ma.gov/police/programs/citizens-police-academy

SPD Congratulates Sergeants James and Monique McCoy on their RetirementSpringfield, Mass. — On behalf of the Springfield...
08/31/2026

SPD Congratulates Sergeants James and Monique McCoy on their Retirement

Springfield, Mass. — On behalf of the Springfield Police Department, Superintendent Lawrence E. Akers congratulates Sergeants James and Monique McCoy on their Retirement.

Sergeant Monique McCoy joined the Springfield Police Department in 1994 and was promoted in 2014. She has served the community in the Uniform Division, Youth Aid Bureau, Student Support Unit and the Detective Bureau. Most recently she was a Sergeant in the Internal Investigation Unit.

Sergeant James McCoy has served the city of Springfield as a Police Officer for 28 years, joining the department in 1998. He worked in the Uniform Division, Youth Aid Bureau and Detective Bureau, serving many years as a Sergeant in the Forensics Unit and most recently in the Crimes against Property Division.

We thank them for their service and wish them a happy and healthy retirement!

SPD Metro Officers Seize Trafficking Weight of Co***neSpringfield, Mass. — On Thursday August 27th at approximately 12:0...
08/31/2026

SPD Metro Officers Seize Trafficking Weight of Co***ne

Springfield, Mass. — On Thursday August 27th at approximately 12:00 p.m., members of the Springfield Police Metro Unit seized a trafficking weight of co***ne and arrested a 17-year-old juvenile male on the 400 block of Main Street.

A few minutes earlier, officers observed a motorcycle rider without a helmet and no license plate on Belmont Ave. The rider, a 17-year-old juvenile, then popped a wheelie through a busy intersection at Mill Street and Locust Street.

Uninvolved officers assigned to the Metro Unit then observed the rider on Main Street making an illegal U-Turn in front of traffic. The rider then drove recklessly in front of the officers.

Once the rider stopped, officers approached him on the 400 block of Main Street in a parking lot. The rider attempted to take off on the motorcycle, then tried to run away, both attempts failed. Officers placed the rider under arrest. The rider did not have a license either.

Officers then recovered both powder and crack-co***ne in a bag under the seat of the motorcycle. Officers also seized additional powder co***ne, crack-co***ne and ma*****na in a shoulder bag that the suspect was wearing.

The total weight of the powder and crack-co***ne was approximately 21 grams.

Due to his age, the suspect's name will not be released.

Springfield Police Department Surpasses 700 Life-Saving Uses of NarcanSpringfield, Mass. --- August 31st is recognized a...
08/31/2026

Springfield Police Department Surpasses 700 Life-Saving Uses of Narcan

Springfield, Mass. --- August 31st is recognized as International Overdose Awareness Day. The day serves as a way to raise awareness about fatal and non-fatal overdoses, educate the public, and encourage action and discussion around overdose prevention. It is also meant to recognize the grief felt by family and friends whose loved ones have been lost to addiction or have been permanently injured as a result of an overdose.

Springfield Police Superintendent Lawrence E. Akers is pleased to announce that the department has surpassed 700 lives saved in its ongoing Narcan program (712 as of 8/31/26).

On March 19th, 2019, officers began carrying the opioid reversal drug. Narcan, an opioid antagonist, can quickly reverse the effects of a potentially fatal painkiller or he**in overdose by binding to opioid receptors and reversing or blocking the effects of other opioids, quickly restoring normal breathing. Narcan is not dangerous if administered to a person who is not overdosing on opioids and it has no potential for abuse.

Superintendent Akers stated, “With more than 700 lives saved by our Springfield Police Officers administering Narcan, I am proud of the difference this program is making in our community as we continue to fight the opioid epidemic here in the city. It is also important to remember the individuals who have lost their lives due to the opioid crisis and their families who continue to grieve. This Monday on International Overdose Awareness Day I’d like to recognize our officers, firefighters and paramedics in this city who, on a daily basis, encounter individuals suffering from addiction and act in unison to save those suffering from the effects of an opioid overdose.”

“God Bless our brave and dedicated men and women of the Springfield Police Department. Day in and day out our SPD officers continue to do their job of serving and protecting our community”, stated Mayor Domenic J. Sarno. “This has never been more evident than with the prevalence of opioid-related overdoses. The damage inflicted by the opioid crisis to our Springfield community has been tremendous and continues to take Herculean efforts from the city, including our Police and Health Departments, nonprofits, our community partners and stakeholders to heal. Thanks to our SPD carrying Narcan, they can immediately respond to these unfortunate situations and save lives, and just as important, steer them towards recovery program assistance. Since SPD started carrying Narcan in their vehicles over 700 lives have been saved, a testament to their selfless service to our community and those in need.”

In Springfield, Narcan is attached to the automated external defibrillator (AED) in every marked, unmarked and undercover car used by the department so that each of the approximately 500 sworn officers who have access to an AED also have access to Narcan. Additionally, Narcan is available to all bureaus and in all satellite locations and is stationed throughout the public safety complex.

Proper use of the medication is taught to officers during the police academy as well as each year during in-service training. As part of the training, officers learn the appropriate circumstances for Narcan use, how to administer doses and proper disposal methods after a dose is given.

SPD Remembers Officer Adelbert St. MarieSpringfield, Mass. --- Today we remember Officer Adelbert St. Marie. Officer St....
08/31/2026

SPD Remembers Officer Adelbert St. Marie

Springfield, Mass. --- Today we remember Officer Adelbert St. Marie. Officer St. Marie was killed in a motorcycle accident while attempting to stop a traffic violator on August 31st, 1934. He had served with the Department for two years.

https://www.springfield-ma.gov/police/about/fallen-officers-memorial

Superintendent Akers Recognizes Officer Denise Matthews and Troopers for Saving a LifeSpringfield, Mass. --- Springfield...
08/26/2026

Superintendent Akers Recognizes Officer Denise Matthews and Troopers for Saving a Life

Springfield, Mass. --- Springfield Police Superintendent Lawrence E. Akers would like to publicly recognize Officer Denise Matthews and Troopers James Cook & Justin Mestre for serving the public in a manner that shines a positive light on our department.

Superintendent Akers received a report from Massachusetts State Police Lieutenant Corey Mackey who is assigned to the Gaming Enforcement Unit. On August 23rd, around 10:15 a.m., members of the Gaming Enforcement Unit responded to a non-responsive adult on the gaming floor. Trooper Cook began CPR as Officer Matthews rushed to the scene to assist. Officer Matthews and Trooper Cook utilized an AED which was provided by MGM Security. Trooper Mestre placed a breathing device on the subject. After about two minutes, the subject began talking and breathing on his own. Lt. Mackey stated, “The timely and high-quality CPR provided by members of the GEU saved a life. The seamless teamwork shown by Officer Matthews and Troopers Cook and Mestre is remarkable and of the highest standards of policing. The compassion provided after the subject regained consciousness while awaiting paramedics reflects great upon both departments.”

SPD Officers Recover Loaded Firearm, He**in, Crack-Co***ne and CashSpringfield, Mass --- At approximately 8:30 p.m. Tues...
08/26/2026

SPD Officers Recover Loaded Firearm, He**in, Crack-Co***ne and Cash

Springfield, Mass --- At approximately 8:30 p.m. Tuesday August 26th, Springfield Police Officers arrested two suspects and seized a large capacity firearm, crack-co***ne, he**in, ma*****na and cash.

Around 8:10 p.m., officers observed a vehicle that did not stop at a red light at the intersection of State Street and Main Street. Officers conducted a traffic stop on the 100 block of State Street.

The driver, Kimberly Correa, did not have a driver’s license and the front seat passenger, Josiaha Ramos was not wearing a seatbelt. A one-year-old child was in the backseat.

Since no one in the vehicle had a license, the vehicle was going to be towed. During a search of the vehicle officers observed he**in and crack-co***ne under the passenger seat. Officers placed Ramos under arrest.

Next to the child safety seat, officers located a backpack. Inside the backpack was a loaded firearm and cash. Officers then placed Correa under arrest.

Additional cash and ma*****na were located on Ramos during the booking process.

In total, officers seized 56 vials of crack-co***ne, 134 bags of he**in and more than $2700. The child was released to a family friend.

22-year-old Josiaha Ramos of Springfield is charged with:

Possession of a Loaded Firearm without a License
Possession of a Large Capacity Feeding Device
Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony
Possession of a Firearm without a License – Subsequent Offense
Reckless Endangerment of a Child
Possession with the Intent to Distribute a Class A Drug
Possession with the Intent to Distribute a Class B Drug
Seatbelt Violation

29-year-old Kimberly Correa of Springfield is charged with:

Possession of a Loaded Firearm without a License
Possession of a Large Capacity Feeding Device
Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony
Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Reckless Endangerment of a Child
Failure to Stop (Red Lens)
Seatbelt Violation

Anti-OHV Detail Leads to Seizure of Dirt Bike and Illegal MopedSpringfield, Mass. — On Saturday August 22nd, members of ...
08/25/2026

Anti-OHV Detail Leads to Seizure of Dirt Bike and Illegal Moped

Springfield, Mass. — On Saturday August 22nd, members of the Springfield Police Department working an Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) enforcement detail seized an illegal dirt bike and an illegal high-powered moped.

Springfield Police Officers conduct these details to deter the illegal riding of dirt bikes and other off-highway vehicles. These vehicles are illegal on any city street and have led to serious injuries and death to numerous riders. Some riders are also known to drive recklessly, putting pedestrians and other vehicular traffic in danger.

Officers working this detail Saturday, observed a dirt bike rider on Bay Street. Officers conducted a traffic stop on the 400 block of Boston Road. The adult male rider from Amherst received a civil citation and the dirt bike was towed.

Shortly after, officers observed a high-speed moped rider performing wheelies, crossing the double yellow line in the road and running red lights on Bay Street. The rider refused to stop for officers and continued until he fled into a playscape area of a park at Mary Walsh School. As officers approached, the rider drove away again, riding the wrong way down Old Acre Road. The rider then abandoned the moped and attempted to run away, before officers placed him under arrest. The moped was seized.

The 17-year-old did not have a license; the moped was neither registered nor insured and he was placed under arrest. Due to his age, the suspect's name will not be released.

Arson Suspect Arrested after Police PursuitSpringfield, Mass. — At approximately 12:35 p.m., Friday August 21st, Springf...
08/21/2026

Arson Suspect Arrested after Police Pursuit

Springfield, Mass. — At approximately 12:35 p.m., Friday August 21st, Springfield Police Officers arrested 41-year-old Aisha Cuffie in connection with three arson investigations.

At approximately 6:15 a.m. Friday, officers responded to the 0-100 block of Villa Parkway for a disturbance. A subject, known to the residents and identified as Cuffie, is alleged to have doused a victim in gasoline and started a fire at the victims’ home. The victim was able to extinguish the fire. Cuffie got into a vehicle and fled the scene.

Around 9:30 a.m. Friday, officers responded to the same home on Villa Parkway for a structure fire. The Springfield Fire Department put out the fire. The victims stated Cuffie returned and set fire to the home again before fleeing in a vehicle.

On August 8th, Cuffie is also alleged to have set a recycling bin on fire at this same victims’ home and fled from officers attempting to stop her.

Around 12:20 p.m. Friday, officers located Cuffie driving on Knox Street and attempted to conduct a traffic stop. Cuffie did not stop for officers and collided with two police cruisers during a pursuit.

Officers were able to stop the vehicle and arrest Cuffie on the 100 block of Buckingham Street. Cuffie had a knife in her hand when officers approached her but dropped it before she was taken into custody.

One officer who was struck in a cruiser was transported to Baystate to evaluate possible injuries.

41-year-old Aisha Cuffie of Springfield is charged with:

Arson (Three Counts)
Attempted Murder
Malicious Destruction of Property +$1200
Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle
Assault & Battery with a Dangerous Weapon
Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Knife)
Failure to Stop for Police
Leaving the Scene of a Property Damage Crash (Two Counts)
Leaving the Scene of a Personal Injury Crash

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130 Pearl Street
Springfield, MA
01105

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