Firearms Licensing
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Emergency Alerts
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Records Requests
Requests can may be made in-person, online, via telephone, mail or electronic mail.
Over 150 Years of Service
We are proud to have a long-standing history of serving and protecting our community, dating back to the 1700s. Over the years, we have grown in size and scope, adapting to modern policing methods while maintaining our commitment to public safety. Through various community outreach programs, such as youth engagement initiatives, crime prevention workshops, and partnerships with local schools, we have fostered positive relationships with residents, earning the the trust and respect of the Wilmington community.

Divisions and Units
The Wilmington Police Department has many divisions & units that serve our community members in a variety of ways.
Animal Control
Detective Division
Health & Recovery
Honor Guard
Operations Division
Records Division
SWAT Team
Training Division

Cummings Grant
Wilmington Wellness Coalition is one of 150 local nonprofits that will share in $30 million through Cummings Foundation’s major annual grants program. The Wilmington-based Coalition Board was selected from a total of 715 applicants during a competitive review process. It will receive $150,000 over three years.
OUR COMMITMENT
Serving the needs of the entire community
Latest News

Wilmington Police Department Announces Promotions
WILMINGTON, MA – The Wilmington Police Department is proud to announce the promotion of Sergeant Matthew Stavro to the rank of Lieutenant and Detective Kevin Skinner to the rank of Sergeant. Both promotions will be effective August 29, 2025, and will fill vacancies created by the upcoming retirement of Chief Joseph Desmond on September 4,…