MELROSE — Chief Michael L. Lyle and the Melrose Police Department wish to warn residents of ongoing home improvement scams, including costly driveway paving scams, that occur around the region during this time of year.
Melrose Police Department Postpones Annual Junior Police Academy Indefinitely
MELROSE — Chief Michael Lyle regrets to announce that the Melrose Police Department’s Annual Junior Police Academy will be postponed indefinitely in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Melrose Police Arrest Man Following Attempted Break-in and Vehicle Pursuit
MELROSE — Chief Michael Lyle reports that the Melrose Police Department arrested a man today after he allegedly attempted to break into a home and nearly struck an officer with a car as he fled the scene, causing the officer to discharge his firearm.
Overnight Road Closure on Main Street to Begin Monday
Melrose Police wish to announce that a section of Main Street will be closed for the installation of a water line on Monday, Jan. 13, Tuesday, Jan. 14 and Wednesday, Jan 15. Main Street northbound at Grove Street will be closed, and motorists will be detoured from Grove Street to Lebanon Street to Upham Street to Main Street.
Melrose Police Offer Holiday Shopping and Scam Safety Tips
MELROSE — With the holiday shopping season officially here, Chief Michael Lyle and the Melrose Police Department wish to remind residents of several precautions they can take to protect themselves from theft and scams.
Melrose Police Warn Residents of Scammers Posing as Amazon Fraud Prevention Employees
Chief Michael Lyle and the Melrose Police Department wish to warn residents of a scam reported today involving people claiming to work for Amazon.
Melrose Police Announce Parking Ban Due to Weather
MELROSE— Chief Michael Lyle reports that a parking ban will go into effect tonight at 12 a.m. due to inclement weather.
Melrose Police Warn Residents Following Recent String of Home Improvement Scams
MELROSE— Chief Michael Lyle and the Melrose Police Department wish to warn residents of ongoing home improvement scams in the area and provide tips to avoid being victimized.
Melrose Police Department to Participate in National Drug Take Back Day
Melrose Police, in conjunction with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), will once again be participating in National Drug Take Back Day.
Melrose Police Department Offers Halloween Safety Tips
With Halloween right around the corner, Chief Michael L. Lyle and the Melrose Police Department wish to remind families of several important safety tips as they prepare to take their children trick-or-treating.
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.
