Needham Police Department

🚨🚨🚨 FOLKS. Please stop calling 911 and the non-emergency number unless you need police services. We have no information at this time and phone lines are being tied up with actual calls for service.

Yes, we think that was an earthquake…or maybe a sonic boom. Either way, we are over today.

Yesterday, the Needham Police Department was happy to assist the Dedham Firefighters Local 1735 with an extensive brush fire along the Needham town line.

Officer Peck, piloting one of our department drones (unofficially earning the title of “Helicopter Parent”), provided critical aerial support to firefighters as they battled the blaze for nearly eight hours. The drone proved to be a valuable resource, offering real-time visibility and situational awareness to crews on the ground.

Our Drone Unit currently consists of four highly trained members and a supervisor who train weekly and respond to calls for service both within Needham, alongside our regional partners, and our neighboring communities.

We are proud to have this capability and grateful for the opportunity to support our fellow agencies and the communities we serve.

Today, the Needham Police Department was honored to assist with security operations as the World Cup trophy made its stop at Coca-Cola’s headquarters here in Needham. It was a great opportunity to support a global event that brings excitement and unity to communities around the world.

As the World Cup approaches in the coming weeks, the Needham Police Department will be assisting the Foxborough Police Department and other regional law enforcement partners throughout the Commonwealth. A large complement of our officers will be deployed to support World Cup operations and help ensure the safety and success of this international event.

We are excited to be part of such a unique event, one that doesn’t come around often, especially here in the Boston area.

Today your Needham Police officers, alongside runners from across the Commonwealth, took part in Boston’s Run to Remember, honoring fallen law enforcement officers and first responders.

More than just a race, Boston’s Run to Remember is a heartfelt celebration of service and sacrifice. Proceeds support community and youth programs backed by first responders, as well as organizations such as Sole Train, Mass Fallen Heroes, and the Boston Police Runners Club.

Unlike last year’s WARM sunshine, today we traded it for cloud cover and some rain. While we finished just in time, it’s safe to say a little dignity may still be somewhere along the course.

Congratulations to:

👟 Officer Eddie Bayiates and Officer Joe Brienze for completing the 5-mile uniform division!

👟 Detective Ed Timmerman for completing the 5-mile course in the blink of an eye!

👟 Officer Donald Anastasi Jr., Clinician Emily Turnbull, Firefighter Alexa Tierney, and Needham Youth & Family Outreach Clinician Tony Serio for completing the half marathon!

We’re especially proud of Clinician Serio, who achieved a personal best on the course today, an incredible accomplishment!

Thank you to all who participated to help honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Your dedication keeps their memory alive.