The Community Engagement Unit (CEU) was formed in 2021 while planning our Faith & Blue event. The CEU consists of members of all rank from Captain to Patrol Officer. The mission of the CEU echoes the Medford Police Department Mission Statement which includes “The mission of the Medford Police Department is to create a proactive partnership with the citizens of Medford by providing quality policing in partnership with the community, thereby improving the quality of life.” The CEU hopes that fostering relationships through our social media channels and engagement through community events creates a partnership between the citizens and the police department to create a safer, more welcoming community for all. Effective community policing has a positive impact on reducing crime and helping to reduce fear of crime, thus enhancing the quality of life within the Medford community.
Part of the Community Engagement Unit is connecting with the community through our social media channels. The department currently utilizes Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and NextDoor. As a police department, we recognize the importance of using social media to connect with our community members. It allows us to quickly disseminate information, share updates on ongoing investigations, post alerts about snow emergencies and other traffic advisories, and engage with the public. Social media also provides an opportunity for us to humanize our officers and showcase the positive work that they do on a daily basis. We encourage our community to follow us on social media to stay informed and engaged. Together, we can work towards a safer and more connected community.
Please note: The departments social media channels should not be used by the public to report crimes as they are not monitored 24/7. We ask that you call 911 in the event of an emergency or our business line at 781-395-1212 to report non-emergent crimes and other police related issues.
See a calendar of our upcoming events
Our Community Engagement Unit was recently awarded a Cummings Foundation Grant! Read more about it on their website at www.cummingsfoundation.org.
If you have any questions, or would like to host a event with the Community Engagement Unit, please feel free to contact us.