Peace Officer Memorial Day
Today, on Peace Officers Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.…
MCOPA President Chief Shane Woodson Calls for Accountability After Preventable Cambridge Violence
MCOPA President Chief Shane Woodson has issued a statement regarding the recent violence on Memorial Drive in Cambridge and the need for greater accountability across…
37th Annual Memorial Ceremony hosted by Massachusetts Law Enforcement Memorial Foundation
Today, MCOPA President Chief Shane Woodson and Executive Director Michael Bradley attended the 37th Annual Memorial Ceremony hosted by Massachusetts Law Enforcement Memorial Foundation at…
Tragic loss of a Massachusetts State Police Trooper
The Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association joins the law enforcement community in mourning the tragic loss of a Massachusetts State Police Trooper killed in the…
Congratulations to Chief Lynch on earning Hometown Hero recognition
Congratulations to Chief Lynch on earning Hometown Hero recognition from 98.5 The Sports Hub and Wellpoint. This honor reflects a 30-year career marked by strong…
Essex County Chiefs Legislative Breakfast
Great discussions taking place this morning at the Essex County Chiefs of Police Association Legislative Breakfast. Chiefs and legislators are connecting on key public safety…
Meet our 2026 MCOPA President, Chief Shane D. Woodson
Meet our 2026 MCOPA President, Chief Shane D. Woodson of the Southbridge Police Department Chief Woodson brings a strong record of leadership, community engagement, and…
Meet our 2026 MCOPA President, Chief Shane D. Woodson
Meet our 2026 MCOPA President, Chief Shane D. Woodson of the Southbridge Police Department Chief Woodson brings a strong record of leadership, community engagement, and…
National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
Today, the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association proudly recognizes National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. We extend our sincere thanks to the dedicated men and women…
MCOPA Mourns Loss of Uxbridge Police Officer
The Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association is deeply saddened by the tragic loss of an Uxbridge Police Officer who was killed early this morning after…