Showing posts with label police. Show all posts
Showing posts with label police. Show all posts

Monday, September 25, 2023

Save the Date: Franklin Police Halloween Party set for Oct 28

HALLOWEEN PARTY!
Save the date, October 28 from 2 PM - 6 PM we’re hosting our annual Halloween Party at the station.  
Kids of all ages are encouraged to come in costume and enjoy a day of candy, haunted station tours, bounce houses, games, pumpkin painting, and much more.
Shared from -> 

Save the Date: Franklin Police Halloween Party set for Oct 28
Save the Date: Franklin Police Halloween Party set for Oct 28

Friday, September 22, 2023

Davis Thayer Reuse Cmte sets 2 dates for open house to walk through; Fri Oct 20, & Sat, Oct 21

The Davis Thayer Reuse Advisory Committee met as scheduled on Tuesday, Sep 19, 2023. The Franklin TV video is available for replay ->    https://www.youtube.com/live/b6POeFNCeYs?si=vSbWKaVhzb2OzTZZ


Quick recap:
  • Recreation could use the space, would likely not need all of it. Concerned about the expense of renovation for the facility. Are outgrowing their Beaver St location and could use more space. Possible to combine with some arts and recreation usage 
  • Police not really interested in building or location (land). Per their initial and unofficial planning, the land is short of what they estimate (only 3.8 via 5 acres), and as has been revealed the building would require significant structural renovation to be used for a station. Much discussion and insights revealed around the comparison of police & fire use of their facilities. Police Building committee on their path to do a Request for a Proposal (RFP) for an Owner Project Manager (OPM), get an architect and start confirming the requirements, etc. Per state building process, the OPM is critical and really "owns' the process of determining the outcomes (coordinating with the Town and committee of course).
  • Housing uses were briefly touched upon. While arts & cultural uses were mentioned, no one spoke to this during the session.
  • Much discussion around the clean out to prepare for the open house/walk through and insistence of some to make some of the stuff (i.e. mostly junk) available for "the community" to go and pick if they want. Still to be worked out. The dates for the walk through were set as Friday, Oct 20 from 2 to 5 PM and Saturday, Oct 21 from 10 to 2 PM
My notes can be found in one PDF ->

Sunday, September 17, 2023

3 New police graduates from academy join Franklin Police

"Yesterday (09/15/23) was an exciting day as we welcomed 3 new officers to the Franklin Police Department. The 3 officers graduated from the Fitchburg State University Police Program/Police Academy.  
This is a 5-year program through FSU. Recruits attend a traditional 4-year university and then another year of classes and the police academy. Upon graduation, recruits graduate with a master's degree in criminal justice and their full-time police academy certificate.
The 3 new FPD Officers are Officer Parker Luther, Officer Martin Zimei, and Officer Jonathan Butler. All 3 will begin a full 12-week field training program where they’ll be paired with veteran officers to learn the job.  
Welcome to Franklin!"

Officer Parker Luther, Officer Martin Zimei, and Officer Jonathan Butler
Officer Parker Luther, Officer Martin Zimei, and Officer Jonathan Butler

Saturday, September 16, 2023

Franklin Police recognized by State for Investigation Assistance in Prescription Fraud And Illegal Distribution Scheme

"Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell’s Office has indicted an individual for impersonating physicians to illegally obtain prescription drugs and then selling those drugs for profit as part of an elaborate drug diversion scheme. The indictment follows a joint investigation by the AG’s Medicaid Fraud Division, Norfolk County District Attorney’s Office and Franklin Police Department.

Pascal Girault Jr., also known as Pascal Schnaider Jr. Girault, age 21, of Stoughton, was indicted on Monday, September 11, 2023, by the Statewide Grand Jury in Suffolk Superior Court on 10 counts, including possession with intent to distribute a Class E substance, identity fraud, Medicaid false claims and uttering false prescriptions.

The AG’s Office alleges that between September 2021 and May 2022, Girault routinely called pharmacies within Norfolk, Suffolk, and Middlesex County with stolen physician identifications and posed as a physician or a member of the physician's staff to obtain prescriptions for promethazine and promethazine with codeine, which he then sold on the street for profit. The AG’s Office alleges that Girault falsified over two dozen prescriptions, 11 of which were paid for by Medicaid, and in some cases, also obtained azithromycin, an antibiotic commonly known as “Z-Pak”, in an apparent attempt to make his false promethazine prescriptions appear more legitimate."
Shared from Franklin Police -> 

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Franklin Police Women Recognized on National Police Woman's Day

Today (Tuesday, Sep 12)  is National Police Woman's Day and the Franklin Police Department wants to acknowledge our female police officers for all they do for the FPD. Today only roughly 13% of the police force in the United States is made up of women. National Police Woman Day hopes to rectify that by encouraging more women to join the profession.

We wish to acknowledge:
  • Officer Tara Lagoa
  • Detective Leanne Baker
  • Officer Amanda Ayer
  • Officer Andressa Rosa
  • Detective Laura Canavan
  • Officer Victoria McVicar
  • Clinician Kallie Montagano

Saturday, September 9, 2023

Kallie Montagano has rejoined the Franklin Police Department as Mental Health Clinician

Via Franklin Police Facebook Update: 

“Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in.”
- Clinician Kallie Montagano
We are happy to announce that Kallie Montagano has rejoined the Franklin Police Department as our sole mental health clinician.
Kallie Montagano
Kallie Montagano
In 2018 the FPD first partnered with the Jail Diversion Program which brought a mental health clinician to the department. As part of the grant-funded program, we shared a clinician with the Medway Police Department. Kallie was our first clinician with the program. Over time Kallie left us (she got promoted) and we had new clinicians fill her spot.
In July 2023, Chief Lynch brought Kallie back as our sole clinician, independent from the Jail Diversion Program. She is running the Franklin Police Department Co-Response Program. Part of her responsibilities includes providing immediate, on-scene crisis response alongside officers, rapid on-scene de-escalation, mental health assessments, substance use assessments, and referrals to services.
Kallie’s goal is to keep people in the community with a solid foundation of support. If you need her services or know someone who could benefit from her services, don't hesitate to reach out!
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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Did you respond to the Community Survey on Public Safety & Law Enforcement?

The Franklin, MA Police Department (FPD) invites you to take this "Community Survey on Public Safety & Law Enforcement." It will take approximately five minutes of your time and is completely confidential.


Your participation will help the police department improve its services, processes, and reputation.

The survey is designed for a law enforcement agency to gather opinions and experiences from members of its community. The survey assesses five key components that involve the FPD
  • Community involvement
  • Safety
  • Procedural Justice
  • Performance
  • Contact and satisfaction
You may come into contact with multiple law enforcement agencies, but please answer the questions thinking only about the Franklin, Massachusetts Police Department.

Please indicate your response to each item by selecting the appropriate answer based on your feelings, opinions, and experiences. You may skip any survey items you do not feel comfortable responding to or know how to answer, but we encourage you to respond to as many items.


Tuesday, August 29, 2023

New Franklin police officer: Robert Young

"Please welcome Officer Robert Young to the Franklin Police Department. 
Officer Young has 6 years of experience in law enforcement having previously worked for the Pawtucket RI Police Department and the Dover Police Department. 
Following field training Officer Young will join the patrol division."

New Franklin police officer: Robert Young
New Franklin police officer: Robert Young

Thursday, August 24, 2023

Police Station Building Committee starts work at first meeting (video)

The Police Station Building Committee began their work in the first meeting on Wednesday, August 23, 2023. First step getting sworn in by Town Clerk Nancy Danello was quickly accomplished.

Round of introductions by the members of the committee was conducted.

Town Administrator Jamie Hellen provided a brief overview. Facilities Director Mike D'Angelo walked through the overall process they will get into.

High level process (additional detail in memo)
  • Request for a Proposal (RFP) for an Owner Project Manager (OPM)
  • Select an OPM
  • Work with the OPM to select an architect
  • Site visits to current station (what is) and other community stations (what could be)
  • Schematic design
  • Design development
  • Construction documents
  • Bidding
  • Construction
The site and site selection are important as is the funding and approval for such. While the actual building process was talk of being done in about 2 years, the entire process is more likely to run 3-5 years.

Police Station Building Committee stands for swearing in
Police Station Building Committee stands for swearing in




Franklin TV video replay ->  https://www.youtube.com/live/57woRz_bSKo



Thursday, July 27, 2023

Franklin Police ask residents to respond to the "Community Survey on Public Safety & Law Enforcement"

The Franklin, MA Police Department (FPD) invites you to take this "Community Survey on Public Safety & Law Enforcement." It will take approximately five minutes of your time and is completely confidential.


Your participation will help the police department improve its services, processes, and reputation.

The survey is designed for a law enforcement agency to gather opinions and experiences from members of its community. The survey assesses five key components that involve the FPD
  • Community involvement
  • Safety
  • Procedural Justice
  • Performance
  • Contact and satisfaction
You may come into contact with multiple law enforcement agencies, but please answer the questions thinking only about the Franklin, Massachusetts Police Department.

Please indicate your response to each item by selecting the appropriate answer based on your feelings, opinions, and experiences. You may skip any survey items you do not feel comfortable responding to or know how to answer, but we encourage you to respond to as many items.


Tuesday, July 18, 2023

FYI from Franklin Police re: Event at Dean College this week (7/17 - 7/21/23)

"PLEASE GIVE THIS A READ IF YOU LIVE BY DEAN COLLEGE 
The FBI National Academy Associates of New England is conducting the 5th session of the New England Youth Leadership Program (YLP) at Dean College from July 17 - 21. The New England YLP is limited to 30 students ages 14-16 throughout New England.
***That being said, every night on campus around 7 pm there will be live law enforcement demonstrations including K9s, swat personnel, swat vehicles, and explosive ordnance disposal (bomb squad)***
This will explain the potential increased police presence in that area throughout the week. If there are any emergencies separate from this program you’ll read it here first. Any questions throughout the week give us a call on our non-emergency line."
Shared from Franklin Police Facebook page -> 

FYI from Franklin Police re: Event at Dean College this week
FYI from Franklin Police re: Event at Dean College this week

Sunday, July 16, 2023

Franklin Police graduate students from the "2023 Leadership Academy"

Via Franklin Police Dept: 

"Please join us in congratulating all of the graduates of the 2023 Leadership Camp"
Shared from Instagram -> (view additional photos)   https://www.instagram.com/p/CusU7rKrgtE/

Franklin Police graduate students from the "2023 Leadership Academy"
Franklin Police graduate students from the "2023 Leadership Academy"


Wednesday, July 5, 2023

Franklin Police: Weekly recap for week of July 25 thru July 1, 2023

Franklin Police (@franklinpolice) tweeted on Mon, Jul 03, 2023:
WEEKLY RECAP
The attached google drive link has the Weekly Recap from June 25 - July 1. This recap provides some greater detail about the calls we responded to: https://t.co/rqk9GUx88S 

Shared from Twitter -> https://t.co/VaIemgxdeM



Franklin Police: Weekly recap for week of July 25 thru July 1
Franklin Police: Weekly recap for week of July 25 thru July 1

Wednesday, June 28, 2023

Franklin Police: Weekly Recap for June 18 to June 24, 2023

Franklin Police (@franklinpolice) tweeted on Tue, Jun 27, 2023:
"WEEKLY RECAP
The attached google drive link has the Weekly Recap from June 18 - June 24. This recap provides some greater detail about the calls we responded to: https://t.co/BHzrvGia1u"

 

Shared from ->   https://t.co/W60RE58UEI  or https://twitter.com/franklinpolice/status/1673867627268120576

Franklin Police: Weekly Recap for June 18 to June 24
Franklin Police: Weekly Recap for June 18 to June 24, 2023

Sunday, June 25, 2023

Franklin Police Officer Andressa Rosa receives "Special Recognition"

"Please join us in congratulating Officer Andressa Rosa. Tonight, the Massachusetts Association of Women in Law Enforcement held its Spirit of MAWLE Awards. These awards are presented to women in law enforcement who have gone above and beyond in the areas of leadership, mentoring, courage, community service, performance, and civilian achievement.

Officer Rosa received a Special Recognition Certificate at tonight's awards. In addition to her many responsibilities at 911 Panther Way, Officer Rosa goes above and beyond each year organizing our Holiday Toy Drive. We don’t know the exact number but it’s fair to say hundreds of families and children have had a special holiday with presents to open because of the volunteer efforts of Officer Rosa. Congrats Officer Rosa, very well deserved!"
Via Franklin Police Instagram account -> https://www.instagram.com/p/Ct0CmGkxSRq/

Franklin Police Officer Andressa Rosa receives "Special Recognition"
Franklin Police Officer Andressa Rosa receives "Special Recognition"

Thursday, June 22, 2023

Franklin Police: Weekly Recap for week of June 11 through June 17

The attached google drive link has the Weekly Recap from June 11 - June 17, This recap provides some greater detail about the calls we responded to: https://t.co/6rUwzG72Vl  or https://drive.google.com/file/d/1X-8v5YNOPl4Akcyy7RCh76C9p7QTaCgO/view

 Shared from -> https://t.co/mEF668o8lO  or   https://twitter.com/franklinpolice/status/1671685538040930304

Franklin Police: Weekly Recap for week of June 11 through June 17
Franklin Police: Weekly Recap for week of June 11 through June 17

Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Franklin Police & Franklin Fire combine as 3-time Heroes Cup Champions

"(Please read the following in your UFC announcer voice)
Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, introducing your 3-time Heroes Cup Champions…your favorite and mine, the Franklin Police and Franklin Fire Department!
After a weekend tournament in Marlborough made up of first responders from around the country, Team Franklin came out on top."
Shared from Facebook -> 

The Boston Bruins and NationalGRID hosted the BFiT tournament this past weekend

The Franklin Police & Fire team record for Group C6 is shown here

The Franklin Police & Fire team record for Group C6 is shown in this table
The Franklin Police & Fire team record for Group C6 is shown in this table



Franklin Police & Franklin Fire combine as 3-time Heroes Cup Champions
Franklin Police & Franklin Fire combine as 3-time Heroes Cup Champions

Thursday, June 8, 2023

Franklin Police runs their leg, Tri-County presents new cauldron for MLE Torch Run for Special Olympics

Via Franklin Police post on June 7, 2023: 

"Today members of the FPD joined the team from the Massachusetts Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics (LETR). The LETR team has been running throughout Massachusetts with Special Olympic athletes to build excitement for this weekend's Special Olympics Summer Games at Harvard University.
After a run athletes and officers were greeted by the entire Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School. Tri-County presented LETR with a new cauldron that will be used that this year's summer games and many games to come. The cauldron was made and donated by students in the metal fabrication class."

Follow the torch run on Facebook -> https://www.facebook.com/LETRMA

Today members of the FPD joined the team from the Massachusetts Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics (LETR)
Today (06/07/23) members of the FPD joined the team from the Massachusetts Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics (LETR)