Early this morning, Wilmington Police Officers successfully apprehended Ron Jeremiah Bell, Jr., 24, of Tewksbury, following a pursuit that spanned multiple jurisdictions. At approximately 1:35 am, a marked patrol car initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle operating erratically. The
Read moreWilmington Police Department Secures $50,000 Grant to Enhance Public Safety Initiatives
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wilmington, MA Police Department Secures $50,000 Grant to Enhance Public Safety Initiatives Wilmington, MA — November 20, 2022 The Wilmington Police Department is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a $50,000 grant from the Edward
Read moreMan Arrested After Firing a Handgun into a Wilmington Home
The Wilmington Police Department is pleased to announce the successful arrest of Mark Bickford, a 57-year-old homeless individual, on multiple firearms charges. The arrest comes in response to an incident that occurred on October 5, in which a residence on
Read moreWilmington Police Department Earns Re-accreditation from Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission
Chief Joseph Desmond is pleased to announce that the Wilmington Police Department has earned re-accreditation from the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission (MPAC). The re-accreditation is a testament to the department’s ongoing commitment to delivering an exemplary level of police service in the community.
Read moreWilmington Police to Wear Patch In Honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
In honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Wilmington Police Officers have been authorized to wear a new patch for the month of September. The patch was designed by WPD Clerk Dawn Naimo and Sergeant Matthew Stavro with assistance from the
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