It was a big day for our beloved Comfort Dog, Copper! She took the Advanced Canine Good Citizen (CGCA) Test, which simulates real-world situations to ensure dogs are calm, focused, and well-trained in a public setting. This is a crucial step in Copper’s training! Although the test was difficult… Copper passed with flying colors! We […]
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Are you a Boston resident aged 18-25 looking to start a career in law enforcement? The Boston Police Cadet Program is a paid, full-time opportunity that provides hands-on experience in policing and community engagement. Hear from BPD Cadet Hailey Deady as she shares her journey, learning firsthand how Community Policing makes a real impact with
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Copper’s Training Continues! Copper, the BPD Comfort Dog, had another successful training session at BPD Headquarters! This time, she worked on perfecting her impulse control with commands like “leave it” and even got some “real world” experience as she walked around Ruggles Train Station, practicing her “heel” command in a busy environment. Copper is close
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Comfort Dogs Take on Boston! Boston had some very special visitors as comfort dogs from multiple police departments joined our own Copper the BPD Comfort Dog for a field trip in the city! As part of a mutual training exercise, the pups navigated larger crowds than usual, making a stop at Quincy Market—a must-see for
The Boston Police Department Unsolved Homicide Unit along with our partners at the Massachusetts State Police invite families with missing loved ones to Missing Persons Day in East Boston! 📍 Location: Salesian Boys and Girls Club of East Boston 📅 Date: March 1st, 2025⏰ Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Families are encouraged to bring
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Are you a Boston resident aged 18-25 looking to start a career in law enforcement? The Boston Police Cadet Program offers a unique, paid, full-time opportunity to gain hands-on experience in law enforcement and community engagement. As a cadet, you’ll receive: To see first hand what it’s like to be a BPD Cadet, check out
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Copper, our beloved Comfort Dog, had an un-fur-gettable time at Northeastern University! She spent the day bringing smiles, comfort, and a little extra puppy love to students and staff. Copper made plenty of new friends—both two and four-legged! As part of her ongoing mission, Copper continues to be out and about in the Boston community.
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Superintendent Jimmy Chin, Commander of our Bureau of Community Engagement, leads efforts to strengthen relationships between the Boston Police Department and the communities we serve. From organizing community events to mentoring youth, his work is all about building trust and creating connections. But he has held many different jobs and roles within BPD. Hear from
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Superintendent Lanita Cullinane, Commander of the Bureau of Professional Development, knows the power of preparation and education in shaping the next generation of officers. She has held so many roles within BPD and now that includes the Boston Police Academy. Her work sets the foundation for a strong, well trained police department. Hear from Superintendent
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Do you want to make a difference in your community? Officer Tim Wilson, handler of the BPD’s first-ever comfort dog, Copper, knows what it’s like to leave a positive impact every day. Hear it in Officer Wilson’s own words and take the first step toward this meaningful career for yourself—sign up for the State Civil Service Exam
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