Stoughton Police Department

05/31/2026

Updated Post: Plain Street was reopened around 1 AM.

Plain Street is shutdown to through traffic between West Street and Swanson Terrace due to a damaged utility pole from a motor vehicle crash. Detail officers on scene can assist residents who need to access their homes. We will update this post when the road is open.

The operator of the vehicle involved in the crash was not injured.

05/27/2026

🚧 TRAFFIC ADVISORY – ROAD CONSTRUCTION ON WASHINGTON STREET 🚧

The Stoughton Police Department would like to advise motorists that road construction will be taking place on Washington Street between York Street and Lincoln Street from May 27–29, 2026, between the hours of 8:00 PM and 4:00 AM.

Washington Street will remain open during the construction; however, motorists should expect traffic delays and use extra caution while traveling through the area. Drivers should also be aware of raised road structures, including utility access holes, that may be present during the work.

We ask all motorists to please drive safely and carefully through the construction zone for the safety of the construction crews and police detail officers working in the area.

We thank motorists for their patience and cooperation as this work is completed in preparation for the repaving of Washington Street.

05/25/2026

Today, the Stoughton Police Department honors and remembers the brave men and women of the United States 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 solemn reminder of the tremendous cost of freedom and an opportunity to reflect on the courage, selflessness, and devotion demonstrated by generations of American service members, from the Revolutionary War to the conflicts of today.

We remember those who answered the call without hesitation, leaving behind their families, homes, and futures in defense of our country and the freedoms we hold dear.

Today, we honor their sacrifice, remember their legacy, and keep their families and loved ones in our thoughts.

Please join us in taking a moment this Memorial Day to remember and honor America’s fallen heroes. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

05/24/2026

This Memorial Day weekend, we encourage our community to take time to remember and honor the brave members of our Armed Forces from Stoughton, and across our nation, who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.

The documentary Stoughton’s Fallen, produced by Mike Hardman and the Stoughton Media Access Corporation, tells the stories of Stoughton service members who gave their lives defending our freedom from the Revolutionary War through the Vietnam War. Their courage, sacrifice, and dedication to our nation will never be forgotten.

Deputy Chief Nate Derby was privileged to provide the voiceover for the story of Colonel William Patrick, who was killed during the Battle of Cobleskill, New York, during the Revolutionary War. The documentary serves as a powerful reminder of the deep history of military service and sacrifice within our community.

As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day weekend, we ask all residents to remember our hometown heroes and all veterans who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifices secured the freedoms we enjoy today, and their legacy continues to inspire generations.

We thank all who have served and especially honor those who never returned home.

Stoughton's Fallen is a documentary produced by Michael Hardman, in cooperation with Stoughton Media Access Corporation, honoring the veterans of Stoughton a...

05/24/2026

Updated Post:
The Memorial Day Parade has been canceled due to the predicted weather.

🚧 MEMORIAL DAY PARADE TRAFFIC ADVISORY 🚧

The Stoughton Police Department would like to advise residents and visitors to expect traffic delays on Memorial Day between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM due to the annual Memorial Day Parade.

The parade route will include:
• Central Street
• Pearl Street
• Park Street
• Walnut Street
• Washington Street

Roadways along the parade route will be temporarily shut down in increments as the parade progresses through town. Motorists are encouraged to seek alternate routes and allow for additional travel time during these hours.

We thank the public for your patience and cooperation as we honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

05/23/2026

Updated Post:
The juvenile’s parents have been located. Officers are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the juvenile being able to walk away from his residence. Thank you for your assistance.

🚨 PUBLIC ASSISTANCE REQUEST 🚨

The Stoughton Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating the parents or guardians of a young child who was found on Clapp Street at approximately 4:30 PM today.

The child is described as a 2–3 year old Black male. Officers are currently caring for the child while efforts are underway to identify and locate his family. Officers are also actively canvassing the area in an attempt to locate the child’s parents or guardians.

If you recognize this child or have any information that may assist officers, please contact the Stoughton Police Department immediately at (781) 344-2424.

Please share this post to help us reunite the child with his family.

05/21/2026

Road Closure-Adams Street

Adams Street will be closed on Thursday, May 21, 2026 from 8 AM-1:30 PM due to a Crash Prevention Demonstration offered by The In Control Family Foundation (a MA nonprofit), in partnership with Norfolk County District Attorney Michael W. Morrissey and the Stoughton Police Department.

State-certified In Control instructors will conduct short ride-along demonstrations on school grounds, showing students how a vehicle responds in real-world situations. The instructors will focus on:
• The importance of always wearing a seat belt
• How even small increases in speed affect control
• Staying engaged and focused while in a vehicle
• Understanding the dangers of impairment, including alcohol, drugs, and drowsiness

Please seek an alternate route.

Thank you for you cooperation.

05/20/2026

🚨 MISSING JUVENILE ALERT 🚨

The Stoughton Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Amelia Rodrigues, who has been reported missing.

Amelia was seen on May 19, 2026 around 1:00 PM when she left her home in Stoughton. She is believed to be a runaway.

Amelia is described as a black female, 5’5” tall, weighing approximately 130 lbs.

If you see Amelia or have any information regarding her whereabouts, please contact the Stoughton Police Department immediately at 781-344-2424.

Please share this post to help us bring Amelia home safely.

05/17/2026

Bicycle, eBike, and eScooter Safety Focus

With the arrival of warm weather and the school year nearing it's end. the Stoughton Police Department will be conducting an increased focus on bicycle, eBike, and eScooter safety throughout town.

We’ve seen an increase in unsafe operation of bicycles, eBikes, and eScooters , particularly among juveniles, including riders without helmets, failing to follow traffic laws, and in some cases, intentionally riding in ways that create dangerous situations for both riders and motorists.

As part of this safety initiative, officers will be stopping violators to educate them about bicycle safety. Where it is appropriate, issuing citations, and impounding bicycles operated by juveniles 16 years old and younger for 15 days in cases of reckless or unsafe operation.

Please remember:
✅ Bicyclists must follow the same traffic laws as motor vehicles.
✅ Riders 16 years old and younger are required by law to wear a helmet when riding a bicycle or eBike.
✅ eScooter operators must have a driver’s license or learner’s permit and wear a helmet.

We’re also asking parents and guardians to take a few minutes to talk to their children about bicycle and eBike safety—including wearing a helmet, following the rules of the road, and riding responsibly. These conversations make a big difference in keeping our young riders safe.

This increased enforcement is not about punishment — it’s about safety. Our goal is to prevent injuries and accidents and ensure that everyone, riders, drivers, and pedestrians alike, can safely share the road.

We appreciate the community’s cooperation as we work together to make Stoughton’s streets safer for everyone.

05/15/2026

🚨 ATTENTION TOWN MEETING MEMBERS 🚨

Response to Supporting Information Put Out by a Town Meeting Member for the Amended Motion for Special Town Meeting Article 15 and Concerns About Amazon Web Services

The attached documents provide responses to questions and concerns that have been raised regarding the proposed Flock License Plate Reader (LPR) camera system and the security of Amazon Web Services (AWS).

We encourage all Town Meeting Members to review these documents prior to voting on Article 15 at the upcoming Special Town Meeting.

Chief McNamara would also like to extend an open invitation to any Town Meeting Member who may have additional questions or would like further information prior to the vote on this request. She encourages you to reach out directly to discuss the system, its capabilities, and how it would support public safety efforts within our community.

Town Meeting Members can call 781-344-2424 to speak directly with Chief McNamara or Deputy Chief O’Connor or email your questions at https://stoughtonpolice.com/contact/

Thank you for your time and consideration.