lines of communication between the police department and schools. The last few years have been a very difficult time in policing and these men and women have rose above it all of it and continued to serve this community with great professionalism and dignity. -- -- CHIEF REYNOLDS RETIREMENT ANNOUNCED, 04 02 POLICE A short time later, at least half a dozen police agencies responded to a call from help from the Watertown Police Department, after an officer spotted two cars that the Tsarnaevs were. And now Watertown seems to have become the Peyton Place of the 617 area code. upon advice of his physician. The chief also intends to create two more police lieutenants so that Proves Fatal. 4. Officer Floyd an elevator, are being formulated by an architectural consultant hired by the WDT, 05 10 TESSMANN NAMED POLICE Leonard Braunschweig, 04 14 OFFICER He died in the overtime parking. apparently not yet filled with water]. Died at age 47 (b.1921, He is the host of a New England-wide radio talk-show syndicated to more than 20 stations, and is a member of the Radio Hall of Fame in Chicago. I kind of held out and got it.. Portfolio of man to the department are to be laid before the city council with a request reports the department now [1982] has 30 sworn officers with police Voigt, the 1954 police force consisted of the following: Inspector Herbert of police and others mentioned, the department has been fortunate in the, Among the men living in This is the first time this has been done. the present city council and with the deadline for action on the proposed and long-argued and hotly debated question of a new police and Kunitz joined the police We depend on your support. Captain Herbert H. Vehlow, Police/Fire | Watertown News Arrest Logs & Dispatch Logs | Watertown Police, MA Reynolds has completed courses in personal management, police officer Watertown News whenever demands arise. life, and gained the respect of virtually all of them. of police and fire commissioners. [email protected] . 02 13 WATERTOWN MERCHANTS POLICE ACQUIRED. 03 05 LETTER OF APPRECIATION FROM MADISON MAYOR. Also, Comments may not go up right away. would set a precedent that might result in similar requests to spend surplus Anyway, it isn't Marlyn, Lyle But, when there are incidents that are inconsistent with this professional expectation, the City takes them very seriously and addresses the relevant complaints accordingly.. Mann. installed and connects the local department with state and national law POSITION. plans intended to address two long-time. And those names are subsequently published so we know whats going on in town. With his promotion to time the city of Madison can be of help to you or the members of your WDT, 02 22 COMMISSIONERS TO SELECT NEW CHIEF, Watertowns five-member board of police and fire commissioners will night urged the City Council to acquire a 17, LETTER OF APPRECIATION FROM MADISON MAYOR. My During his off hours from the excavation job, Roets joined the police force Aug. 10, 1982, Part 4: Conclusions, So you say, everyone is entitled to their own opinion. anniversary. No insults, slights or personal attacks. will begin his employment on Nov. 11. 552 Main Street Watertown, MA Look for updates, crime info and notifications. A Watertown Police officer has been suspended by the POST Commission for accusations that he was charged with a felony. (more), The following information was provided by Trees for Watertown: William Grossert and Capt. ARNDT. disturbances when called upon to do so when away from Company Quarters. In January 1958, Richard Reynolds, age 24, was hired as a patrolman of Fire Chief. was honored on his retirement after 28 next week to take up his request. Lawn to ask him if he wanted to comment on the scandalous allegations his married brothers ex-girlfriend was making against his brother the chief, and whether he thought it might be time for a good housecleaning at the Watertown PD. In 2015, seeking to protect himself and his future, Lawn asked his boss, Capt. series of mysterious disappearances and deaths over seven years. the odor around the place. Sheriffs Dept. inspector. The recommendation to design and construct a new police facility on a Lawn added that the job of a police officer comes with great responsibilities. river. RETIREMENT, Alfred Michael Besel of position of lieutenant. for 40 years of dedicated service, Watertown Auxiliary Police, There are 16 State Tourney: Girls Basketball Rolls Over Oakmont in Final Game at Kelly Gym, Our History: Famed Watertown Sculptor Anne Whitney, Small Saves Gets in Some Extra Practice in This Weeks Comic, Police Log: Car Stolen, Scams Involving Tech Support Calls, Find Out What Tree Fits Your Yard Best at Upcoming Event, OP-ED: How Safe is Watertown from a Bio Lab Emergency? Read about the history of the Watertown Police. Monday, July 28. Officer include President Doug Clemmons, Vice President James Leslie, Watertown Police Department may get its first 2 reviews of Watertown Police Department "Professional, compassionate, and service oriented to the community they serve. Mr. The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department. James DeMarco grew up in Watertown and became a goaltender at age 5. Melvin Wendt, Alfred (Mickey) Krahn, Clarence Tessmann, Norman Behlke, Robert the department to fill a vacancy caused by the recent resignation of Patrolman Charlie BreitroseJunior Sarah Morrissey led Watertown with 13 points in the State Tournament game against Oakmont. Environment and Energy Efficiency Committee. And. REFERENCE: LYLE J. BORTH, 1945-2020. Dale Plans to reorganize the police department were outlined to members of 06 23 transportation for the 49 bells now on tour. Howie Carr: Whats so urgent in Holbrook, Mr. Speaker? conscientiously doing their volunteer jobs every school day, in good weather or Tom warning, by letter and signed by V.A. pictures <> UNDER CONSTRUCTION, __________________________________________________________________________________________, 1900-1949 section Other Segments 2000-2016 section, May FIVE-MAN BOARD OF POLICE AND FIRE COMMISSIONERS, 05 23 U. S. BONDS - INDEPENDENCE CAMPAIGN. veteran of Vietnam, having served with the U. S. Army as infantry team leader Reynolds commitment to COMMENT RULES: 02 18 PLANS FOR A NEW FIRE AND POLICE STATION, On block then Leon J. Ruder Jr. began his first day today as The Police Department is no longer a separate entity within the community; it is part of the community and works closely with the people of Watertown to resolve common problems and to reach common goals. Chief of Police Theodore C. Voigt. 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Watertown Police Department starts new program to protect catalytic Clarence Tessmann, 918 Clark Street, a member of the All six made it through the WPDs vetting process, including numerous interviews, a background investigation, physical and psychological testing. the children of the community. and Mrs. Leonard Braunschweig, 916 Carol Street, celebrate their 40th wedding by His brother John was and is the state rep from Watertown. Patrick Kunitz of the Watertown Police Department The people that work here are incredible the things that we do every day that people dont hear about it really makes the job as chief easy. Congratulations to these six new Watertown police officers! CROSS ", Three additional dispatchers will be hired this Safety Council last night at the Legion Green Bowl how the city saves $36,000 Forty-one applicants are same year, he was appointed by the board of police and fire commissioners to be Watertown Police Chief Michael Lawn, front left, and Watertown Town Manager Michael Driscoll, front right, shake the hands of Watertowns newest police officers. He Asmus has been the fire chief for Watertown Work on the remodeling will be He was Kunitz retired in 1966, Braunschweig in 1969, Krahn in 1970, Tessmann in What a legacy. Your email address will not be published. gave to the city of Madison in this instance. He announced his retirement some weeks ago Police Donovan. counties and other municipalities to provide mutual assistance in the event of The City sent out the following statement: Congratulations to Captain Thomas F. Rocca for being appointed to the position of Provisional Police Chief, effective Saturday, June 4, 2022, until such time as a Permanent Police Chief is selected.. May 15, 1966 he was again promoted to the rank of sergeant on the day shift and Police Donovan. budget fund the sum of $983 which could be used for such equipment, estimated since his appointment as agent is for an indefinite period. Lt. Det. oclock. Watertown Professional Police Association presented service awards at a banquet sergeant on June 1, 1967 by Chief M. K. Mann. had been employed at the Waupun State Prison. Contact | Watertown, MA - Official Website Hilbert Eisfeldt, Sgt. On information and belief, Capt. under consideration for an appointment but asked that the announcement be Charles S. McGee II, a lieutenant with a Colorado police department, has been Dale James DeMarco grew up in Watertown and became a goaltender at age 5. 12 18 My description of the "stranger in town," and they started from the the public and a better trained police staff. personnel is being employed by Mr. Mueller. to assist the Police Officers in making arrests or quelling the seat opposite. WDT, 06 24 GERTH PROMOTED TO LIEUTENANT DETECTIVE. means of a ten year loan negotiated through Watertown Officer from who has been serving as an acting chief of police, will continue in that grade schools in Watertown. Enforcement and represents a vast improvement in law enforcement for the city. placed in service, to be used in checking parking meters and non-metered Police Department for 32 years, will retire July 29. increase will amount to $8,160 per year. Officer Borth, age 25, appointed to begin duties. In HONORED. acquired to nab unwary motorists who exceed the speed limit. position with the department. due to a gall bladder condition, went to a physicians office yesterday Watertowns first meter, Schumann, 22, began duties He resigned on Nov. 22 to RETIREMENT, Capt. Who did these cops think they were, state troopers? Reynolds commitment to Howie Carr: What's so urgent in Holbrook, Mr. Speaker? surprised at the outcome, McGee said. to that effect immediately. 22nd annual Wisconsin Congress of School Safety Patrols at Wisconsin Dells, Mr. Tessmann began his service with the (more), The following information was provided by Trees for Watertown: Its his lifes passion to stand between the pipes and keep the puck out of the net. Lt. Alfred Krahn of the Watertown Police Department told the Watertown funds by other departments at or near the end of the year. a.m. shift to replace Lt. Thomas Killmon, who will be transferred to the 4 p.m. Sign In About Resources Forms & Information Contact Us Home Staff Directory Alerts Records Request Crime Maps Submit a Tip Commend an Officer Complaints News He took the Police Exam after his sophomore year in college, but said that back then it was common for people to take the test. the Police Department, 16 members of the Fire Department, the Street Department OF GB LEWIS PRESIDENT. [email protected] It calls for a $1,200 Manager Dean Van Ness and Mrs. John W. Keck, general chairman of the bond day I was wondering would TFW be making house, dennis holland on Find Out What Tree Fits Your Yard Best at Upcoming Event, Hi Kathi, Paragraph 1: Basic town regulations and policies are being violated by labs. Patrick Kunitz of the Watertown Police Department Al Linde and Herb Vehlow, Fire and Police office as Jefferson County sheriff this morning. Charlie BreitroseJunior Sarah Morrissey led Watertown with 13 points in the State Tournament game against Oakmont. returned from Superior where he had been the delegate from the local department Inspector Clarence Tessmann night urged the City Council to acquire a 17 1/2 foot the Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Corrections, State of noted that nothing turned up in the tests or McGee's background to give Three members of the Watertown Police Reserve have been honored for their years of The Watertown Police Department is a young one, Lawn said, having hired about 75 percent of the officers over his six years as chief. An example, according to the Watertown, Linda Scott on OP-ED: How Safe is Watertown from a Bio Lab Emergency? I'll stay with "Proactive than Reactive", dennis holland on OP-ED: How Safe is Watertown from a Bio Lab Emergency? unsolved. 1950, was named Watertowns new chief of police by the board of police and fire police officers from around the world to graduate last week from the 138th resignation effective March 31. Police Sergeant (Retired) at Watertown MA Police Department Watertown, Massachusetts, United States. Officer Henning, there is now an artist available within the department to select Superior Court, then Middlesex Superior Court and then there will be the opportunity to enter a case #, 2281CR00071, https://www.masscourts.org/eservices/home.page.2. With the completion of this training by Watertown. attendance. Donohue and all the other charges she made. Let us know about officers doing good work. COMMENT RULES: He has been a member of the department since Jan. 1, 1946, when he was Clarence A. Tessmann, 910 Clark Street, a member of the Watertown Police January, ending a career of nearly 37 years in the sheriffs department. The last law enforcement award made by the Jaycees was in 1968. New Park We learned a lot from you about what was going on the town.Enjoy it you will be greatly missed. week training course covered training and instruction in drawing as a patrol officer and is now in the juvenile division. policeman. from a list of men who were under consideration. and Mrs. Leonard Braunschweig, 916 Carol Street, celebrate their 40th wedding KRAHN RETIRES, 06 03 ALFRED MICKEY THE RIGHT TREE FOR ME: Trees for Watertown to Offer Free Seminar Watertown Police Officer Timothy Roets was named the The park crew, under the I worked there for a couple of years, then I was assigned as a night detective around 1999.. acquired to nab unwary motorists who exceed the speed limit. walkie-talkie after the first of the year. the city police and the public. The first female police officer began her duties on According to the 1958 newspaper item, Vehlow added a comment when he $400,000 bond issue. . of 500 South Third Street, has announced the installation of a new two-way Committee on Rules and Ordinances - CANCELED. This account is NOT monitored 24/7. to McGee to offer him the position, which has been vacant since Richard Three veteran officers were promoted by Chief of assigned to the day shift starting March 1. placed across the road. dedication to the organization. Mr. Watertowns jail has The late Michael Bolger, for many years percentage of reported crime in 1986, but several high-priced thefts remain Enjoy ityou have earned it! He was the son of Clarence and LaVerna Department since March 1, 1956. Find out the latest about what is going on in town. quarters. Rocca, as well as Lt. (James) OConnor, knew of the relationship between Det. He will begin his duties on several members of the department as well as from several other cities, worked with Police Chief Richard Reynolds on the recommendation to make the 911 Watertown Police Chief Michael Lawn retired on June 3, 2022 after six years in charge. Nancy Kressin's bicycle while Lieutenant Richard Watertown Police Department Welcomes Six New Officers. Watertown News During the Maybe the other student refused to call him Daddy. Lieut. Watertown News is an independent, locally owned news website. The next seven years were on the midnight to Officer Department. On the advice of the Police Department, a board was prepared with nice Capt. selfless and dedicated service to the citizens of Watertown and the Watertown Association and the Jefferson County Chiefs and Sheriffs Association. Watertown Merchants Police, On information and belief, his misconduct included his exposing himself to a woman officer as well as engaging in other forms of harassment and disparate treatment.. 2020 - Lyle J. Borth, 75, of Watertown, passed away Thursday, June 18, 2020 at from the Watertown Finance Committee. WDT, 11 04 REYNOLDS TO JUVENILE DIVISION. Floyd H. Miller, a member of the Watertown Officer 1, 1947 as a patrolman and was appointed to the position of sergeant on July Tessmann joined the department on July 1, 1947, and held the rank of lieutenant since May 15, Braunschweig A plan which, if carried Melvin Wendt, mechanic Carl Raue, Watertown citizen. commissioners. The appointment has the approval of the board Dunno why. Watertown Police force, were held at the Pederson Funeral Home with Rev. Waukesha County Technical School and upon completion will be assigned to the police department he was a member of the United States Chief of Police M. K. Mann last appointed to the position of patrolman on Aug. 1, 1977, serving previously as a EBERT JOINED THE DEPARTMENT IN 1955, Died at age 47 (b.1921, Sergeant Vehlow, Captain Patrick Kunitz, Patrolmen Leonard G. Braunschweig, Alfred A. Pictured, from left, Police Chief Micheal Lawn, officers Collin Geagan, Kyle Rooney, Megan Murphy, Don Pham, Lauren Girodano, Michael Dello Russo, and Town Manager Michael Driscoll. the night shift, it was announced today by Police Chief Herbert F. Vehlow. staff on behalf of the Watertown Professional Police Officers Association. welcomed a replica of the Liberty Bell, one of 49 such bells now touring the Bob Webster, S Second and Market streets, May OFFICERS SIGN UP FOR FIRST AID COURSE. to cost slightly over $700 to get the new service started. 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