Swampscott Police Union

09/13/2026

Today, on National Police Woman’s Day, we want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate the incredible women who are the heart and soul of the Swampscott Police Department.

From our sworn officers to our dedicated professional staff working behind the scenes, your leadership, resilience, and compassion make Swampscott a safer and stronger community every single day. You are all not only an inspiration to us but to our next future generation of female leaders.

05/24/2026

Godspeed 🫡

Our Brother, our friend.
Our thoughts are with his entire family, all of his friends, the members of Boston Fire Rescue 2 and the entire Boston Fire Department and Boston Firefighters Local 718 IAFF.
Rest in eternal peace BK...

05/15/2026

May 4, 1963

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation:

Whereas, from the beginning of this Nation, law enforcement officers have played an important role in safeguarding the rights and freedoms which are guaranteed by the Constitution and in protecting the lives and property of our citizens; and

Whereas, through constant application of new procedures and techniques, such officers are becoming more efficient in their enforcement of our laws; and

Whereas it is important that our people know and understand the problems, duties, and responsibilities of their police departments and the necessity for cooperating with them in maintaining law and order; and

Whereas it is fitting and proper that we express our gratitude for the dedicated service and courageous deeds of law enforcement officers and for the contributions they have made to the security and well-being of all our people; and

Whereas, by a joint resolution approved October 1, 1962 (76 Stat. 676), the Congress has requested the President to designate May 15 of each year as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week during which such May 15 occurs as Police Week:

Now, Therefore, I, John F. Kennedy, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate May 15, 1963, and May 15 of each succeeding year, as Peace Officers Memorial Day, in honor of those peace officers who, through their courageous deeds, have lost their lives or have become disabled in the performance of duty.

I also designate the week of May 12 through May 18, 1963, and the calendar week during which May 15 occurs of each succeeding year, as Police Week, in recognition of the service given by the men and women who, night and day, protect us through enforcement of our laws.

I invite State and local governments, patriotic, civic, and educational organizations, and the people of the United States generally, to observe Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week in this year and each succeeding year with appropriate ceremonies in which all our people may join in commemorating law enforcement officers, past and present, who by their faithful and loyal devotion to their responsibilities have rendered a dedicated service to their communities, and, in so doing, have established for themselves an enviable and enduring reputation for preserving the rights and security of all citizens.

In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed.

DONE at the City of Washington this fourth day of May in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-three, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-seventh.

JOHN F. KENNEDY

05/06/2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Massachusetts State Police. May Trooper Kevin Trainor rest in peace.

01/07/2026

The Swampscott Police Department stands with heavy hearts in solidarity with the Uxbridge Police Department as they mourn the tragic line-of-duty death of Officer Laporta, who was killed while assisting a motorist.

Even though this tragedy occurred outside our community, its impact is felt throughout the law enforcement profession. Officer Laporta’s actions exemplified the commitment and selflessness that define public service and the very best of policing.

We extend our deepest condolences to Officer Laporta’s family, friends, and fellow officers at the Uxbridge Police Department

Please know that you are not alone our department stands with you during this incredibly difficult time.

Rest in peace, Officer Laporta.

12/13/2025

09/12/2025

On this day of National Police Woman Day, Swampscott PD wants to recognize our own woman officers, Detective Sergeant Candace Doyle, Officer Brianna Sanchez Officer and Officer Nicole Magee. Thank you for your dedication and service, today and every day. Many thanks to all Police Woman who have paved the way for future generations of women in law enforcement.

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July!!! Be safe.

05/15/2025

Today is Memorial Police Officers Day. Thank you to our wonderful community who continues to support us. We continue to better ourselves and work to make Swampscott a better place. Please remember those who gave their all.

May 1963

By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation:
Whereas, from the beginning of this Nation, law enforcement officers have played an important role in safeguarding the rights and freedoms which are guaranteed by the Constitution and in protecting the lives and property of our citizens; and
Whereas, through constant application of new procedures and techniques, such officers are becoming more efficient in their enforcement of our laws; and
Whereas it is important that our people know and understand the problems, duties, and responsibilities of their police departments and the necessity for cooperating with them in maintaining law and order; and
Whereas it is fitting and proper that we express our gratitude for the dedicated service and courageous deeds of law enforcement officers and for the contributions they have made to the security and well-being of all our people; and
Whereas, by a joint resolution approved October 1, 1962 (76 Stat. 676), the Congress has requested the President to designate May 15 of each year as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week during which such May 15 occurs as Police Week:
Now, Therefore, I, John F. Kennedy, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate May 15, 1963, and May 15 of each succeeding year, as Peace Officers Memorial Day, in honor of those peace officers who, through their courageous deeds, have lost their lives or have become disabled in the performance of duty.
I also designate the week of May 12 through May 18, 1963, and the calendar week during which May 15 occurs of each succeeding year, as Police Week, in recognition of the service given by the men and women who, night and day, protect us through enforcement of our laws.
I invite State and local governments, patriotic, civic, and educational organizations, and the people of the United States generally, to observe Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week in this year and each succeeding year with appropriate ceremonies in which all our people may join in commemorating law enforcement officers, past and present, who by their faithful and loyal devotion to their responsibilities have rendered a dedicated service to their communities, and, in so doing, have established for themselves an enviable and enduring reputation for preserving the rights and security of all citizens.
In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the United States of America to be affixed.
DONE at the City of Washington this fourth day of May in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and sixty-three, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and eighty-seventh.
JOHN F. KENNEDY

02/28/2025

Thinking of you Officer Lucas, 1 year ago today. We know you are keeping watch over us.