Massachusetts State Police

April is Autism Acceptance Month. The Blue Envelope initiative represents a collaborative effort aimed at fostering a safer and more understanding environment for drivers with autism spectrum disorder during traffic stops.

The MSP Striders had 100 people running on behalf of the MSP this year to raise money for Cops for Kids with Cancer.  As of today, the team has raised more than $500,000 for Cops For Kids with Cancer as part of the 130th Boston Marathon fundraising efforts.

Since the early morning hours, Troopers have been on post supporting Boston Marathon operations, while a large contingent are currently running to support #CopsForKidsWithCancer.

Springfield Car Seat Safety Event this Thursday! The State Police regularly provides free car seat installations by certified technicians. All families are welcome, and your child does not need to be present for a successful installation.

Hampden County Sobriety Checkpoint

Join the Massachusetts State Police at the Project Connect's Family Fun Fair tomorrow at the Attleborough High School from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Certified car seat installation technicians from the MSP will be available to install your child's car seat for free.

Last Week, Massachusetts State Police Captain Kevin Kaupp and Lieutenant Andrew DaSilva completed the National Criminal Justice Command College (NCJCC) at the University of Virginia School of Continuing and Professional Studies, as part of the NCJCC's inaugural cohort.

Worcester County Sobriety Checkpoint

Trooper Jesse Walker III and his fellow Troopers of the Troop D Community Action Team recently joined athletes of The Flutter Cup in Westport. The Flutter Cup is a community-focused, unified basketball event organized by Flutter Unified All Stars Athletics of Massachusetts.

A New Bedford man is facing charges following a joint investigation with the New Bedford Police Department that led to the seizure of cocaine, 8 illegal firearms, and ammunition. Steven Ellis, 36, was arrested and charged with drug and firearms charges.

On April 2, Troopers Bianca Lopes, Michael Casey, and Ilene Alves; assigned to the South Boston Barracks, responded to a call of a boater in the water along Day Boulevard in South Boston. Troopers were able to throw a rescue rope to the man in distress and keep him above water.

With a heavy heart, the MSP announces the passing of retired K-9 Bruno. Bruno served as a dual-purpose patrol and narcotics K-9 until his retirement in 2020. Bruno was the loyal partner of First Lieutenant Brian McKenna. Bruno spent his retirement years with the McKenna family.

Chag Pesach Sameach! To those gathering around the Seder table with their families and friends, we send our warmest wishes for this Passover.

On Saturday, March 21, The Massachusetts State Police Air Wing responded to Whitman to assist with a search of a suspect. Air 2 arrived on scene and began assisting officers on the ground in a search for the hidden suspect, locating the man in a wooded area along a stream.

Hampden County Sobriety Checkpoint

Hampden County Sobriety Checkpoint

Bristol County Sobriety Checkpoint

Suffolk County Sobriety Checkpoint

Kristin Gleason, a dispatcher for Troop F Communications at Logan International Airport helped a woman who had left documentation at a TSA checkpoint when departing from Logan Airport. Dispatcher Gleason was able to verify and return the documents, saving the traveler's vacation.

Ten years ago, The Massachusetts State Police lost Trooper Thomas L. Clardy of the 77th RTT. Trooper Clardy was struck along I90 in Charlton on March 16, 2016. Today, Trooper Clardy's family, friends, and colleagues braved the rain to pay tribute to him at the Charlton Barracks.