The Melrose Police Department will participate in active shooter training next week. Part of the drill will be open to interested members of the news media.
Melrose Police Seek Public’s Assistance after Hit-and-Run Leaves 85-Year-Old Man with Life-Threatening Injuries
MELROSE — Chief Michael L. Lyle and the Melrose Police Department are seeking the public’s help after an elderly resident, who was out for his morning walk, was struck by a wrong-way driver.
Melrose Police Investigating after Car Drives into House
MELROSE — Melrose Police Chief Michael L. Lyle reports that the Melrose Police Department is investigating after a car crashed through the front door of a residence on Wednesday morning.
Melrose Police Obtain Arrest Warrant After Indecent Assault and Battery Suspect Flees Country
MELROSE — Police Chief Michael L. Lyle reports that an arrest warrant has been issued after a man who is facing felony charges for alleged inappropriate conduct with women and girls in Melrose allegedly fled the country prior to his arraignment.
Melrose Police Receive Grant to Enhance Pedestrian and Bicyclist Safety
MELROSE — Chief Michael L. Lyle is pleased to announce that the Melrose Police Department recently received a grant to improve traffic safety on local roads for pedestrians and bicyclists.
Photo: Melrose Honor Guard in Maine
Melrose Police Honor Guard attending the service today for Corporal Eugene Cole of the Somerset County Sheriff’s Department.
Snow Update: March 12, 2018
We have been watching the weather forecasts, and we are currently preparing for over a foot of snow tomorrow. We expect the snow to begin falling between midnight tonight and 4 a.m., with heavy snow expected by the morning commute. Forecasters are predicting potential snowfall rates of 1-3 inches per hour over this period, combined with […]
Storm Update: Approx. 1,000 Melrose Residents Still Without Power
As of 8 a.m. Saturday, approximately 1,000 Melrose residents remain without power. Chief Michael Lyle asks that any resident who has concerns or may have concerns about their friends, family, or neighbors to call the Melrose Police Department at 781-665-1212. Of course, anyone experiencing an emergency should always call 911 anytime.
DOJ: TWO MEN CHARGED WITH DISTRIBUTING HEROIN AND FENTANYL IN NORTH SHORE
Melrose Police involved in this operation with federal authorities. Department of Justice Acting United States Attorney William D. Weinreb District of Massachusetts TWO MEN CHARGED WITH DISTRIBUTING HEROIN AND FENTANYL IN NORTH SHORE Defendant allegedly supplied opioids that led to fatal overdose BOSTON -Two men -one of whom remains a fugitive -were charged in federal […]
Updated Photograph of Wanted Suspect John C. Ferreira
The Melrose Police Department is releasing a recent photo of JOHN C. FERREIRA who is wanted for attempted muder. FERREIRA, AGE 54, OF MELROSE is wanted for arrest for Assault with Intent to Murder after he allegedly broke into the Vinton Street home of two women he is acquainted with and violently attacked them late […]
On behalf of the Melrose Police Department, I would like to thank you for visiting our brand new website. It is my honor to serve you as the Chief of Police. I take great pride in working with the dedicated men and women of our department who are protecting and serving this community.
