Saugus Police Department

Saugus Police Department Celebrates "Read Across America Day" with Veterans Memorial School Students. Chief Ricciardelli, Sergeant Misci, and Officer Zeitz visited the school and read selections from beloved Dr. Seuss books to the students. The event was filled with laughter, learning, and excitement as the officers shared classic stories that continue to inspire young readers. Read Across America Day is a nationwide initiative that promotes literacy and encourages children to develop a lifelong love of reading. The Saugus Police Department was honored to be part of this special day and to connect with students in such a meaningful way. The Department extends its thanks to the students and staff at Veterans Memorial School for the warm welcome and looks forward to continuing its partnership with local schools and community programs.

Winter Storm Update: Saugus Town-Wide Parking Ban to Begin on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026 at Noon and Continue Until Lifted

BE AWARE! CONSTRUCTION SCAMMERS STEAL MORE THAN $100K FROM SAUGUS WOMAN

Chief Michael Ricciardelli and the Saugus Police Department would like to alert the community of a group of construction scammers who steal from the elderly.

On June 9th, a concerned citizen called the Saugus Police Department about unnecessary work being done at his neighbors home. When detectives began investigating, they discovered a group of workers known as “Irish Travelers” had promised an elderly woman they would perform repairs to her deck. As work had commenced the workers told the victim they needed to do additional “foundation repairs.” When police responded, the victim had paid the workers over $100k. “Irish Travelers” work primarily in construction, targeting older, unwitting, senior citizen homeowners to perform unnecessary repairs to their homes. Once the men receive payment up front to begin work they find additional tasks needed at a higher cost. The construction crews generally have a false company name, addresses, names, and email. In addition, all the work is not permitted and by the time police arrive the home owner is scammed thousands of dollars based on these sham transactions. Many times victims are forced to pay another contractor to fix the work performed by the travelers.

The scammers have hit other communities in and around the Boston area, anyone with information is asked to call police.

A Licensing page has been added to the Saugus Police Department website for citizens to download the latest LTC /FID applications. You can also schedule your appointment (follow the directions in the packet) and pay online. The information is located at

Licensing For New or Renewal Firearm LTC applications: 1.) Click HERE to download the forms and instructions. 2.) Once the packet is fully completed, schedule an appointment online (preferred) HERE. Follow t…