RANDOLPH — Chief Anthony Marag reports that the Randolph Police Department arrested and charged a Watertown man in connection with a recent shooting incident outside a nightclub. SHAMERE ROSS, AGE 33, OF WATERTOWN was arrested Wednesday morning, May 29, at 318 Warren St., in Watertown, following the execution of multiple search and arrest warrants by the Randolph Police Department Street Crimes and Detective Units, the Watertown Police Department and members of the NEMLEC SWAT Team and NEMLEC Regional Drug Task Force. ROSS was arraigned Wednesday in Quincy District Court on the following charg ..read more

SHAUN CULBREATH-ISLES, AGE 18, OF MALDEN and ELIEZER BEATO, AGE 20 OF MALDEN (Photo courtesy Randolph Police Department) RANDOLPH — Chief Anthony Marag reports that the Randolph Police Department on Friday afternoon arrested a second suspect in connection to the armed robbery that occurred near Johnson Drive. ELIEZER BEATO, AGE 20, OF MALDEN, was arrested and charged with: Armed Robbery (Firearm) Malicious Destruction of Property Resisting Arrest  SHAUN CULBREATH-ISLES, AGE 18, OF MALDEN, was arrested and charged with: Armed Robbery Possession of a Firearm without FID Card Possess ..read more

One Suspect in Custody, Search Ongoing for Second Suspect RANDOLPH — Chief Anthony Marag reports that the Randolph Police Department is actively investigating an armed robbery and is currently searching for a suspect in the area of Johnson Drive. Residents may notice a large police presence in the area while the search and investigation are ongoing. On Monday, May 13 at approximately 1:20 p.m., Randolph Police responded to the area of Johnson Drive for a report of an armed robbery where two suspects allegedly robbed a person in a vehicle. No injuries were reported during the incident. One susp ..read more

For this month’s Centennial feature, we are looking back at the 1920s! From 1924-1961, Patrick T. McDonnell served as Chief of the Randolph Police Department. Chief McDonnell was well-remembered for his pride in his police motorcycle and frequently riding it around Town.  The Town was additionally served by four Special Police Officers: William Mahoney, Henry J. Mann, Patrick Brady, and William F. Whitecross. They worked out of a police station located in the basement of 6 Main St., what is now Stetson Hall.  The department’s first motorcycle was purchased in 1924 for $350, and the ..read more

RANDOLPH — Chief Anthony Marag is pleased to announce that the Randolph Police Department is celebrating its Centennial year and will be reflecting on the department’s history throughout 2024. From the 1800s through 1923, Randolph was served by a constabulary. In 1924 the Randolph Police Department was officially created.  In celebration of its 100th year, the department will share information from past decades each month, including historical facts and features about the department, and general details and happenings from the community during that decade.  The information will be sh ..read more

Chief Anthony Marag is pleased to announce the redesign of the Randolph Police Department’s website. The website, randolphpd.com, has a modern look and user-friendly, accessible design that gives community members access to department information and resources, news, events and more. The site features information about the department’s focus on Community Enhancement Partnerships, accreditation, policies and procedures, and divisions and special units. It also features a photo gallery, safety tips, and various forms and applications.  The website is connected to the Randolph Police De ..read more

Over 760 Pounds of Marijuana, $468,000 Cash Seized by Police RANDOLPH — Chief Anthony Marag reports that, as a result of a months-long Randolph Police Drug Control Unit investigation, two individuals were arrested on charges of Trafficking Marijuana, and a third will be summonsed. MUKUNDA ZNAJMIECKA, AGE 37, OF BRAINTREE, was arrested and is charged  by Braintree Police with: Trafficking Marijuana Over 100 Pounds Possession of a Class C Substance (Psilocybin Mushrooms) Possession of a Class E Substance (Steroids) Conspiracy to Violate Drug Laws CLIFFORD SAINT-JEAN, AGE 25, OF BRAINTREE ..read more

Chief Anthony Marag and the Randolph Police Department report that a suspect was arrested Tuesday in Brockton in connection with an investigation into the recent robbery of a mail carrier, while another suspect was taken into custody on firearms charges. VASHID MASHMASARMI, AGE 20, of BROCKTON, was charged with: Unarmed Robbery Possession of a Burglarious Tool Receiving Stolen Property SOUL GAGNON, AGE 20, of BROCKTON, was charged with: Unlawfully Carrying a Firearm Possession of a Large Capacity Magazine Unlawful Possession of Ammunition Resisting Arrest On Wednesday, Jan. 9, at about 10 ..read more

Police Chief Anthony Marag wishes to provide winter weather safety precautions to community members as some of the first snow accumulation of the season is expected this weekend. Stay Informed:  While snow totals may continue to change, much of Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut can expect 6-12 inches with lower totals for cities and towns closer to the coast. Visit weather.gov to see the most recent forecast as the storm approaches. Residents are reminded that the forecast can change quickly and at any point. Stay informed by following local alerts, warnings and public safety in ..read more

RANDOLPH — Chief Anthony Marag is pleased to share that the Randolph Police Department received $49,947.07 in grant funds through the Edward J. Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program. The grant funding, allocated by the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security’s Office of Grants and Research (OGR), was awarded to law enforcement agencies statewide to address public safety priorities. The Randolph Police Department will use the grant funding to make ballistic shields readily available to officers during circumstances that are tense, uncertain and rapidly evolving. The ..read more