Ayer Police Patrol Officers Association

09/24/2026

Join our team! Become a first of first responders, or if you are already a certified 911 dispatcher we are a small regional dispatch center in central Mass that provides excellent pay and benefits without the demands of larger regional dispatch centers.

Be the Voice When It Matters Most

When emergencies happen, people need a calm, capable voice. Public Safety Dispatchers connect callers with police, fire, and emergency medical services, gather critical information, and provide reassurance when every second counts.

If you listen well, think clearly under pressure, and want to make a meaningful difference in your community, this could be the role for you!

APPLY TODAY by using the link below!!

https://www.ayer.ma.us/1037/ASRECC-Dispatcher-Employment-Opportuniti

09/13/2026

*****UPDATE*****
Nino has returned home! Thank you to everyone that shared!

Have you seen this cute little guy? His name is Nino and is a miniature schnauzer who has been missing since 11am this morning in the Grosvenor St area. If you see him, please call The Ayer Police Department at 978-772-8200 EXT. 0

09/11/2026

On this day 25 years later we remember our brothers and sisters who gave the ultimate sacrifice. 🇺🇸

09/11/2026

On this National Day of Service and Remembrance, all of us at the Ayer Police Department stand in solemn remembrance of the lives tragically cut short on September 11, 2001. We honor the resilience of the survivors, the bravery of our fellow first responders, and the enduring strength of our nation. Today and every day, we remember and WE WILL NEVER FORGET.

09/08/2026

Something a little different today:

A little before noon on Saturday, a pair of Ayer residents reached out to Ayer Police Department for assistance rescuing their cat from a swarm of hornets. The callers had been enjoying some fresh air at the old schoolhouse when they happened to sit down next to an underground hornet's nest. Thankfully, the owners had their feline friend in an appropriate pet carrier that shielded their cat from the ensuing swarm.

We, like most others, are not exactly bee sting enthusiasts. So, our members, in cooperation with Ayer Fire Fighters IAFF Local #2544, did some on-the-fly engineering to craft a rescue using a fire hook, a patrol jacket, and crossed-fingers. The cat was safely returned to its owners sting-free after a brief time experiencing the ability to fly.

Our ability to provide high quality service our citizens often depends on working hand-in-hand with other town agencies. Our sincere thanks to Ayer Fire Department for always being an outstanding partner in creative problem solving!

09/04/2026

08/21/2026

MV Stop for Distracted Driving and Non-Functional License Plate Lights Leads to Class B Possession and Fi****ms Charges

This week, one of our members assigned to the patrol division was observing traffic from a stationary position on E Main St. The officer observed a male party operating a dark colored Jeep wearing a pair of over-ear headphones, in violation of M.G.L. c. 90 §13. Additionally, the vehicle had no functional license plate lights, which is in violation of M.G.L. c. 90 §7.

As a result, a motor vehicle stop was made. During the stop, the operator was unable to produce an active registration. Upon the officer observing the operator going into the glove box of the vehicle, the officer observed a small, tied plastic baggie containing a rolled-up dollar bill and a white powdery substance in plain view on the surface of the front passenger’s seat. The operator was then removed from the vehicle and detained for a probable cause search of the vehicle and his person.

As a result of the probable cause search, a loaded handgun was located in the passenger area of the vehicle. The operator did not possess a valid License to Carry Fi****ms.

The operator was charged with:
1. DRUG, POSSESS CLASS B - CO***NE c94C §34
2. FI***RM WITHOUT LICENSE, CARRY LOADED c269 _10(a)&(n)
3. FI***RM, POSSESS LARGE CAPACITY c269 §10(m)
4. AM******ON WITHOUT FID CARD, POSSESS c269 §10(h)(1)

This incident and many others highlight the important and dangerous work our officers do within our community each and every day. We are committed to our core focus and values. We will always work to reduce the opportunity and the fear of crime, and to enhance public safety by protecting the lives, dignity, and property of those within the Town of Ayer.

*All individuals associated are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law. *

- photo credit & statement courtesy of Ayer Police Department

08/16/2026

To our community:

We are truly overwhelmed by the turnout for our first ever co****le tournament fundraiser. We took a chance with something new this year, and our community showed up in a way that reminded us how truly great Ayer is.

Thank you to our countless donors, sponsors, volunteers, and supporters who made this possible. This event was a reflection of our community’s ability to come together to create something to be proud of.

To our tournament participants: we are so grateful to you for competing for a good cause. Next year, we plan to grow the event by fostering a balanced tournament that is both competitive and exciting for all skill levels. Special thanks to Boston Baggs Company for an incredible job hosting our tournament.

We are happy to report that, thanks to the generosity of our attendees, we will be able to donate tons of school supplies to support Ayer-Shirley students across all grade levels! We would like to extend special gratitude to the Ayer-Shirley Regional School District for graciously offering us the venue to host this event.

Thank you once more to our incredible community for showing up for us. We hope to see you all again next year!

Below are some photos from the event courtesy of Trombly Photography:

08/15/2026

TODAY IS THE DAY AYER! We are so excited to be hosting our first annual Co****le Tourney, Touch-a-Truck & School Supply Drive.

If you’d like to play Co****le, you can still sign up on our Google doc, or register in person at the event. Registration closes at 4:30pm. Cost is $100 per team.

This function is taking place at a school! Per school district regulations, there is no smoking, va**ng, or alcohol allowed on the property. Please respect our young peoples’ space!

Don’t forget to bring new, unused school supplies! The Ayer-Shirley Regional School District has been so gracious in allowing us to use their facility today. We’d like to help support them the way that they support us.

Make sure you bring your lucky charm! Below is a sneak peak at the over $5000 in prizes we will be raffling off. We cannot thank our community enough for their generosity in donating prizes to support our fundraiser.

We hope to see everyone come out today for some fun! Thank you all for your support!