Police Department

The mission of the Athol Police Department is the protection of lives and property, the preservation of peace in our community, and the improvement of the quality of life of all of our citizens.  We accomplish these goals through efforts of prevention; the enforcement of state, federal, and municipal laws in accordance with the Constitutions of the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts; and through working in partnership with all segments of our community.  We endeavor to provide the delivery of high quality professional police services, making respect for individuals' rights, fairness, and human dignity a priority.