LYNN Police Department

Welcome to Lynn P.D.

The Lynn Police Department is committed to the enforcement of laws and the preservation of order that protects the rights and property of every person within the City of Lynn. Our mission is to provide the highest quality police service and to impact crime, and its associated elements, through the utilization of new and proven crime prevention strategies and problem-solving partnerships with our community.

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Chief's Message

Welcome and thank you for visiting the website for the City of Lynn Police Department. I am incredibly proud of the men and women of the Lynn Police Department and the great work they do every day to make this community safe. The dedicated members of this Department serve a diverse and dynamic community of more than 101,000 people with a long tradition of welcoming newcomers from all over the world as they seek to build a new life in this great country.

Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program – Public Announcement

From: Deputy Chief Michael P. Vail Date: September 13, 2024 Subject: Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program – Public Announcement _________________________________________________ 2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)…

Officer Flores Awarded 2nd Division Bronze Badge

Congratulations to Officer Flores who was recently awarded the 2nd Division Bronze Badge as part of our Senior Officer Recognition Program. This honor is reserved for the senior Patrol Officer…

Suspect Arrested in Fatal Shooting of 17-Year-Old

Lynn, Mass. – July 23, 2024 – Authorities have made an arrest in the fatal shooting of Kai Burgos, 17, of Lynn, that took place in the 40 Federal Street…

Six Suspects Charged with Murder in Lynn Drive-by Shooting

Lynn, Mass. – July 19, 2024 – The Office of Essex County District Attorney Paul Tucker has charged six suspects in connection to the drive-by shooting that left Jandriel Heredia,…

Search Warrant Reveals Drugs, Bomb Making Materials

On Monday June 3, 2024, the Lynn Police Drug Task Force executed two search warrants at 30 Franklin Street #4 and 63 Franklin Street #1. During the searches, Detectives seized…

Rx Drug Take Back Program

The Lynn Police Department has a prescription drug collection box located in the lobby of the police station and is open 24 hours a day. Drop-offs are completely confidential. Over…

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Patrol Division

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Officer of the Month

This award is to recognize the efforts of an individual with the rank of patrol officer, whether assigned to our Patrol Division or one of our special units, who has demonstrated exceptional dedication in the performance of his/her duties during the previous month. This could be from either a single incident or event, or from consistently performing at a high level during the entire month. The award is intended to recognize the efforts of officers that may not necessarily rise to the level of a commendation.