Wellfleet Police Department

Wellfleet Police Department We reserve the right to moderate and remove content on this page. This page is not monitored 24/7. A Message From Chief Kevin M. Respectfully,


Kevin M.
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LaRocco

As Chief of Police I am extremely proud of the men and women of the Wellfleet Police Department. I am truly humbled and honored to serve as the Chief of Police and to lead these fine officers and dispatchers. On their behalf, we would like to thank you for visiting our page. This site was designed to help you learn more about our department, community issues and concerns. We wish to keep

you informed about incidents, events and to provide you with links for other helpful web sites. We are committed to serving our community through mutual cooperation and respect of our residents, business and visitors to our fine community. The Wellfleet Police Department is dedicated to serve the public by means of a community oriented policing philosophy. If you have a problem, concern or idea, please feel free to contact us. We will assist the public, other town agencies and concerned groups in working to make our community a better place to live and visit. This is the official page of the Wellfleet, MA Police Department. This page was created to provide people who live, work or visit Wellfleet with an interest in the department, access to information about the Wellfleet Police and a platform with which to interact with the Wellfleet Police. The Wellfleet Police Department manages this page as a limited public forum and therefore the following conditions apply.

* A posting on this page constitutes acceptance of these terms.

* In case of emergency, or if you need police assistance, dial 911.

* Do not use this page to report a crime. Call (508) 349-3702 or 911 (emergency).

* If you post information related to a crime on this page, you may be placing yourself in a position of becoming a witness to a crime and subject yourself to subpoena.

* "Friending" between the Wellfleet Police Department and a citizen does not indicate endorsement of that person's actions or comments.

* Comments posted by others on the Wellfleet Police Department's page are not to be considered the opinion of the Wellfleet Police Department; nor does the Wellfleet Police endorse any third-party comments on this page.

* The Wellfleet Police Department reserves the right to remove and/or block anyone who posts inappropriate or offensive material as determined by the Wellfleet Police, including comments that:

• defame, abuse, harass, stalk, threaten or violate the legal rights of others,

• include racism, hatred, slander, threats, obscenity, violence, vulgarity,

• spam or advertise,

• could harm the safety or well-being of one of our employees, including personal attacks,

• are off-topic,

• have personal information about another person or that violate a person’s privacy,

• include copyrighted material that belongs to another person,

• contain links to inappropriate websites. LaRocco
Chief of Police

Attention residents and visitors, a high wind warning is now in effect, with forecasts indicating heavy rain and strong ...
05/29/2026

Attention residents and visitors, a high wind warning is now in effect, with forecasts indicating heavy rain and strong winds that may lead to power outages. The Wellfleet Emergency Management Team is closely tracking the situation and will provide necessary updates.

We advise you to be prepared for potential power outages and take necessary precautions to secure your property. If you require assistance due to the weather conditions, please do not hesitate to contact us, and we will respond promptly.

**SCAM ALERT**The police department has seen an increase in residents calling to report being the victim of fraud or a s...
05/29/2026

**SCAM ALERT**

The police department has seen an increase in residents calling to report being the victim of fraud or a scam. Please see below some helpful tips from the Federal Trade Commission to avoid becoming a victim and remember never give out your personal information to anyone you don't know.

1. Keep your personal information to yourself. In the past five years, millions of Americans have been victims of identity theft, including many students. Protect your passwords, guard your credit card number, shred sensitive paperwork, and don’t leave your mail where it might tempt a potential identity thief.

2. Socialize safely online. When using social networking sites, keep your business your business. Update your privacy settings to restrict access to people you trust. Post only information you’re comfortable with the whole world knowing, because once it’s posted, you can’t take it back. Nobody wants to be known as the TMI type, so don’t post your Social Security number or financial information. And use caution when sharing details about where you work, where you hang out, and what’s going on with you and your friends.

3. Consider the National Do Not Call Registry. As hard as it may be for your parents to believe, there may be times when you don’t want to be on the phone — especially when the caller is a stranger trying to sell you something. Visit donotcall.gov and register your phone number with the National Do Not Call Registry.

4. Stay away from “guarantees” of scholarships. Reputable groups don’t charge for information about scholarships. Steer clear of anyone “guaranteeing” you financial aid for college or vocational school — especially if they insist you pay them for the information first.

5. Understand credit. Credit is more than just a plastic card; it’s your financial future. Before you sign on the dotted line, make sure you speak credit.” That “permanent record” your teachers always warned you about? It’s called a credit report. Late payments now will come back to haunt you when you try to buy a car, get an apartment, or even land a job. Once you’ve established credit, get a free copy of your credit report at annualcreditreport.com. Watch out for lookalike sites that make it sound like they’re free, but then hit you up for monthly fees.

6. Travel scams turn summer breaks into summer busts. Who doesn’t dream of spending a vacation relaxing in the sun or snowboarding on some mountain? Be aware that scam artists target students who are looking for low-cost vacations. Before you show up at the airport with your sunscreen, review the tour package carefully and investigate the operator. Check out more travel tips.

7. Phishing scams reel in personal information. You’ve gotten emails claiming to be from your bank or ISP asking you to “verify” your credit card or checking account number. They’re from fraudsters phishing for your information. Never give out your personal information in response to an email. When in doubt, check it out by calling the company directly. Visit onguardonline.gov to learn more.

8. Some employment services are scams. Bona fide job placement services can help launch you in the career of your dreams. But bogus companies can scam you out of your money. Before paying any money to someone offering to help you land a job, check out who you’re doing business. Learn what you should know when you're looking for a job.

A big thank you to Seamen's Bank for the treats and more!
05/21/2026

A big thank you to Seamen's Bank for the treats and more!

**Construction Update**Paving work resumes today, May 18th, with the westbound lane towards Eastham being paved starting...
05/18/2026

**Construction Update**

Paving work resumes today, May 18th, with the westbound lane towards Eastham being paved starting at Oriole Lane. Motorists heading westbound towards Eastham are advised that their lane will be shifted to the eastbound lane for travel until Old County Road.

Conversely, eastbound traffic towards Truro will continue on the designated detour via Old County Road. Upon completion of today's paving, crews will transition to night work on May 19th and 20th, from 7 pm to 6 am, implementing alternating traffic controls.

Officers stationed along the route will provide assistance as needed, and questions can be referred to Mass DOT.

**Construction Update**On May 15th, paving operations will recommence. Work will resume in the vicinity of Shepley Lumbe...
05/14/2026

**Construction Update**

On May 15th, paving operations will recommence. Work will resume in the vicinity of Shepley Lumber (2238 Route 6) and proceed eastbound towards Truro, concluding just prior to Oriole Lane.

Eastbound traffic will be diverted at Old County Road redirecting traffic to Cahoon Hollow Road and then back onto Route 6. Commuters should anticipate the detour and paving commencement at 6:00 AM and plan their route accordingly.

Officers will be positioned along the route to facilitate traffic flow and respond to inquiries.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run lit up the day, with Wellfleet officers dedicating their time to run with the Flame of Hop...
05/13/2026

The Law Enforcement Torch Run lit up the day, with Wellfleet officers dedicating their time to run with the Flame of Hope from Truro to Eastham, promoting unity and hope.

Known as Guardians of the Flame, law enforcement members and Special Olympics athletes bring the Flame of Hope to the Opening Ceremony of local competitions and international games, representing the courage and diversity that unite communities worldwide. Annually, more than 100,000 law enforcement members carry the Flame of Hope, celebrating the potential for positive change.

**Construction Update**As we are given information from Mass DOT and Lawrence Lynch we always share it with our citizens...
05/13/2026

**Construction Update**

As we are given information from Mass DOT and Lawrence Lynch we always share it with our citizens and guests so that you have all the information that we have.

As the paving project continues tomorrow 5/14 due to weather no paving will occur. Lawrence Lynch will be fixing divots on the shoulders as well as other clean up tasks.

We wanted to take a moment to clarify some details regarding the dates and times of construction operations. The paving job has an estimated 7-9 days of paving left provided the weather cooperates. The hours of operation are 6am-6pm Monday through Friday.

Lastly we understand that traffic isn’t enjoyable for anyone but please remember that we are limited to traffic plans based on what Mass DOT authorizes. If you have questions regarding the project or want to voice your opinion please contact Mass DOT.

As always our officers and officers that have joined us from other agencies to get this project completed are here to help. They will assist you with navigating the detours as well as answer whatever questions that they are able to.

As of 930am, eastbound traffic proceeding through town towards Truro will be diverted onto Old County Road. Please exerc...
05/13/2026

As of 930am, eastbound traffic proceeding through town towards Truro will be diverted onto Old County Road. Please exercise caution and adhere to detour signage to navigate around the construction zone. Westbound traffic towards Eastham will remain unaffected, though motorists are advised to use caution in the area.

On this special day, Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers who bring joy and love into our lives every single day.
05/10/2026

On this special day, Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers who bring joy and love into our lives every single day.

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