News & Upcoming Events

(10/25/2021)  As part of National Crime Prevention Month, the South River Police Department is reminding residents about our anonymous tip line and our online reporting system. Click here or more information.

(10/19/2021)  As part of National Teen Driver Safety Week, the South River Police Department is making parents and teen drivers aware of 6 of the greatest dangers to teen drivers as well as promoting the Parent – Teen Driving Agreement.  Click here for more information.

(10/2/2021) Saturday, October 23rd is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. As a reminder, residents can safely dispose of unused, unwanted, or expired medications at our "Project Medicine Box" 365 days a year. Click here for more information.

(9/29/2021) Happening Wednesday, October 6th from 7:00am until 10:00am at Dunkin' Donuts located at 75 Main Street. Join your South River Police Officers and neighbors for coffee and conversation in an informal setting. Click here for more information.

(9/14/2021) September is National Recovery Month. If you or someone you know is battling substance abuse and addiction, recovery help is available through the Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office "Blue Cares" program. Click here for more information.

(9/13/2021) The South River Police Department has begun utilizing body worn cameras. Click here for more information and FAQs.

(9/8/2021)  Back to school time is upon us. Click here for back to school safety tips for parents and children.

(8/21/2021) Our Operation Blue Angel program allows our officers quick access to senior citizens and other eligible residents in the event of an emergency.  Click here for more details and enrollment information. 

(6/25/2021) Are you vacationing or travelling soon? Would you like an officer to check on your residence while you’re away? Click here to learn more about our Unoccupied Residence Program. 

(5/3/2021) The South River Police Department is reminding residents about our Special Needs Registry. The registry helps ensure residents in need of special assistance are able to get the help they need in the event of a police, fire or medical emergency. For more information and an application, visit southriverpd.org/special-needs-registry

(3/12/2021) We're reminding the community about how we communicate with our residents and the options available to receive information from us. Visit southriverpd.org/social-media for further details about our social media and instructions on how to sign up for text message alerts, email alerts and emergency phone notifications. 

(3/4/2021)  ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS: Can we reach you or a representative from your business after hours in the event of an emergency? Click here for information on how to ensure your emergency contacts are up-to-date.