Detective Division
Overview
The Investigations Commander is the Deputy Chief, however the unit is managed and supervised by Detective Sergeant Ian Tolland. The Detective Division follows-up on all major crimes, domestic violence, sexual crimes, narcotics, white collar crimes, and computer related crimes. The unit consists of a number of highly trained and motivated officers who have specialized in particular areas of investigation.
Anonymous Tip Line
The Walpole Police TIP LINE is a mechanism for citizens to provide investigators with information relating to crimes, suspicious activity and illicit drug use and distribution, as well as other issues.
This email address is NOT monitored 24/7.
This tip line is NOT a substitution for reporting emergencies.
If this is an emergency, dial 9-1-1.
If this is not an emergency, but you are in need of an immediate response for a current public safety issue, please call the police department at 508-668-1212. You may still request to remain anonymous.
Submitting a tip does not generate a police report. If you need to file a police report, please call the police department at 508-668-1212.
To email an anonymous tip, >>CLICK HERE<<
Unclaimed Property
In accordance with Massachusetts General Law, unclaimed and abandoned property will be sold by means of an online auction on the Property Room website. The property may include apparel, bicycles, cameras, computer equipment, electronics, jewelry, televisions, and tools.
The items to be auctioned are in as-is condition and are in no way guaranteed or under warranty by the Walpole Police Department or the Town of Walpole.
Claiming Property
Any person who believes they may have unclaimed property being held by the Walpole Police Department (or is currently up for auction), should contact the department immediately at 508.668.1212 to determine if they have a claim to the property. Proof of ownership will be required.
Massachusetts General Laws
Regarding property found, recovered, or abandoned and now in the possession of or reported to the Police Department.
Chapter 134, Section 1: Report of lost money or goods by finder.
Chapter 135, Section 7: Property taken by police officers from persons under arrest; disposition.
Chapter 135, Section 8: Unclaimed property in possession of police; sale at public auction; notice.
Past Notices