Police Department
We dedicate ourselves to work in partnership with the community to fight crime, reduce fear and improve the quality of life in our neighborhoods.
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Crime Reports
View the Crime Reports for Boston from this external website. Easy to use interface and listings
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Taxis
The Hackney Carriage Unit of the Boston Police Department, the oldest specialized unit, is responsible for regulating all Taxis.
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Crime Stoppers Program
The Crime Stoppers Program highlights unsolved crimes of violence in the local media, appealing to the public for information. Call our toll free tip line number 1.800.494.TIPS or text a tip, by texting the word "TIP" to CRIME (27463). Message and data rates may apply.
Forms, Permits & Applications
- Taxi Complaint Form
- Internal Affairs Commendation
- Complaint Against a Police Officer
- Firearms Licensing Application (MA)
- Firearms Registration & Transfer (MA
Online Services
Reports & Publications
- Community Ombudsman Oversight Panel Annual Report
- 2008 Crime Summary Report
- Crime Reports
- Stern Report
- Terrorism: A Community Response
- 2007 Annual Report
Announcements
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Citizen Alert Network Expands Citywide
Register for alerts about crime, emergencies and other important information.
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Neighborhood Crime Watch
Learn what simple actions you can take to protect you and your neighbor's families, homes, vehicles, and property.
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Find Information On Sex Offenders
A sex offender is any person who resides, works or attends an institution of higher learning in the Commonwealth and who has been convicted of a sex offense,
News & Press Releases »
- Boston 24: Data from Wednesday @ 10AM through Thursday @ 10AM
- Traffic Advisory – Dept of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) Urges Motorists to Avoid Morrissey Blvd During Week of High Tides
- Boston 24: Data from Tuesday @ 10AM through Wednesday @ 10AM
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