The Newton Police Department utilizes a variety of methods to disseminate information to the public. Citizens can stay informed by using the services outlined below.
Community Alerts and Public Information
Emergency Alerts and Outbound 9-1-1
To make sure you receive emergency alerts, sign up for our emergency alert service. This service allows emergency responders to send emergency alerts via phone call, text messaging, and email to notify the public about incidents that affect public safety and what actions may need to be taken. You can select the types of notifications you want and how you want to be notified.
To register for this service, visit the Newton emergency alerts registration page and click on the “Register” button in the top-right corner of the page. If you have already registered, you can log in on the same page to review or update your notification preferences.
Crime Mapping and Open Data
The Newton Police Department believes that sharing information about criminal activity and the efforts of the Department helps to build trust and accountability. We make information available via an interactive map to provide an easy way for citizens to learn about the police department’s activities.
Newton Police Press Releases
The Newton Police Department’s Public Information Officer regularly distributes information relating to notable incidents, upcoming road closures or traffic changes, and other pertinent information through the use of press releases.
Register to receive press releases, emergency alerts, and other information by clicking here.
If you use Facebook, you already have an easy way to stay connected to us. Simply log into your Facebook account and “Like” the Newton Police Facebook Page.
The Newton Police Department also utilizes Twitter to help communicate short, useful alerts to area residents and business owners. If you have a twitter account of your own, sign in and follow @NewtonPD.
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