DRACUT — Chief Peter Bartlett reports that the Dracut Police Department responded to a home for reports of a barricaded individual earlier today. On Wednesday, April 17, at approximately 8:06 a.m., Dracut Police were called to a home on Lillian Terrace for reports of an individual who had broken into the home and had barricaded themselves inside, and was allegedly in possession of a firearm. No one was home at the time of the break-in. Dracut Police requested assistance from the Northeastern Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council (NEMLEC) to negotiate with the individual. Through negotiati ..read more

DRACUT — Chief Peter Bartlett and Chief Richard Patterson report that the Dracut Police and Fire Departments responded to a serious single-vehicle crash on Hildreth Street at the Lowell city line. On Friday, March 8, at approximately 12:23 p.m., Dracut Police responded to multiple 911 calls reporting a crash in the area of Hildreth Street at the Lowell city line. First responders arrived to discover a single-vehicle crash with the vehicle at rest in the yard of a home off Hildreth Street. The driver of the vehicle was trapped inside. Dracut and Lowell firefighters worked together to extricate ..read more

DRACUT — Chief Peter Bartlett reports that the Dracut Police Department is seeking public assistance as they investigate an incident in which a woman was found injured on Pleasant Street. On Monday, Feb. 26, at approximately 10:24 p.m., Dracut Police were called to the area of 23 Pleasant St., for a report of a woman down in the roadway. Officers arrived to discover a 33-year-old woman suffering from injuries that appeared to be serious. The woman was taken to a local hospital and later transferred to a Boston area trauma center. A subsequent investigation has yet to determine exactly what hap ..read more

DRACUT – Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Dracut Chief of Police Peter Bartlett have confirmed that Maria Martorell, 36, of Manchester, New Hampshire, has been charged with negligent operation while under the influence causing motor vehicle homicide, operating under the influence, 2nd offense, operating under the influence causing child endangerment, negligent operation and a marked lanes violation in connection with a crash that occurred on Saturday, January 20, that resulted in the death of one woman and injured eight others. Martorell was arraigned today at a Boston Hospital. A 5 ..read more

DRACUT — Police Chief Peter Bartlett and Fire Chief Richard Patterson report that the Dracut Police and Fire Departments are responding to a serious crash on Route 110, and urging drivers to avoid the area. On Saturday, Jan. 20, at approximately 9 p.m., the Dracut Police and Fire Departments were called to the area of 1020 Merrimack Avenue (Route 110) for a report of a crash. First responders arrived to discover a four-vehicle crash, with with multiple serious injuries. Route 110 is expected to remain closed for several hours as an investigation begins. Drivers are encouraged to avoid the ..read more

Chief Peter Bartlett reports that the Dracut Police Department is investigating a home invasion that occurred on Arkansas Drive on Thursday night. On Thursday, Nov. 2, at about 8 p.m., Dracut Police were called to a home in the 0 block of Arkansas Drive for a report of a home invasion. A preliminary investigation determined that two armed men forced their way inside the home and restrained a resident. A second resident who returned home during the incident was pistol-whipped, causing a severe laceration to the head. Both suspects, described only as males wearing masks and all dark clothing, th ..read more

Chief of Police Peter Bartlett and Fire Chief Richard Patterson wish to share several important safety tips and reminders as residents prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday. According to the state Department of Fire Services and State Police, Massachusetts fire departments reported nearly 1,000 fires related to illegal fireworks between 2013 and 2022. In addition to the 42 fire service injuries, five civilian injuries, and $2.5 million in damages attributed to these fires, Massachusetts medical facilities reported about 30 severe burn injuries extending to 5% or more of the victims ..read more

Chief Peter Bartlett is pleased to report that the Dracut Police Department will host a Public Safety Night for community members to have an opportunity to meet Dracut Police officers and command staff while also enjoying games, music, ice cream and a town-sponsored fireworks display.  WHEN: Thursday, June 29, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Veterans Memorial Park, 80 Broadway Road WHAT: The Dracut Police Department will host a Public Safety Night, featuring games, giveaways, prizes and a town-sponsored fireworks show that will take place at dusk. The event will include free hotdogs, burgers a ..read more

Chief Peter Bartlett reports that the Dracut Police Department responded to a fatal motorcycle crash on Lakeview Avenue early Saturday morning.  On Saturday, June 24, at approximately 12:15 a.m., Dracut Police were notified by 911 call of a motorcycle crash on Lakeview Avenue in the area of Old Road. An initial, on-scene investigation preliminarily determined that the motorcycle left Lakeview Avenue and struck a utility pole before coming to rest off the side of the road.  The driver, a 23-year-old Lowell man, was taken to Lowell General Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead ..read more

DRACUT — Chief Peter Bartlett reports that the Dracut Police Department is investigating an alleged swatting call Saturday evening. At approximately 4:30 p.m., Dracut Police received a 911 call reporting that a shooting had taken place at a home on Methuen Street. Officers arrived at the home and checked the residence and there was no sign of any shooting or injured parties. The incident is being investigated by the Dracut Police Department as an act of swatting, which according to Oxford Language is “the action or practice of making a prank call to emergency services in an attempt to bring ab ..read more