Examining an 80-year law enforcement legacy as three generations of the Murphy family—led by the late Chief Jim Murphy—continue their dedicated service on the Norwood Police Department.
Three Norwood Police Officers Receive State George L. Hanna Bravery Awards-September 25, 1991
Norwood police officers Richard Giacoppo, Kevin Grasso, and Robert Harkins receive state George L. Hanna bravery awards from Gov. William Weld for rescuing hostages from an armed gunman.
Norwood Police Department Launches “CrimeWatch” Cable Television Show to Tackle Unsolved Cases-October 30, 1990
Premiering on Cablevision Channel 14, the Norwood Police Department launched "CrimeWatch," an innovative local TV show featuring unsolved cases, drug tip hotlines, and crime prevention tips.
Higher Demand Puts Price on Fingerprinting in Norwood-October 17, 1989
A Surge in Demand Strains Police Resources While surrounding municipalities continue to provide the service at no charge, the Norwood Police Department has instituted a new fee for public fingerprinting … Continue reading Higher Demand Puts Price on Fingerprinting in Norwood-October 17, 1989
Norwood Selectmen Unanimously Order Police Chief DiBlasi to Halt Lobbying Campaign for $3.9 Million Station Renovation-October 26, 1988
Expressing outrage over a direct lobbying campaign targeting town meeting members, selectmen ordered Police Chief George DiBlasi to cease pushing for a $3.9 million public safety station overhaul.
Computer Solves Route 1 Mobil Station Heist-June 15, 1987
A Roslindale Man Is Tied To A Norwood Robbery A $4.6 million State Police computer is revolutionizing law enforcement in communities throughout Massachusetts, matching latent fingerprints to known felons 83,000 … Continue reading Computer Solves Route 1 Mobil Station Heist-June 15, 1987
Maureen P. Murphy Appointed to Norwood Police Department, Deepening Remarkable Family Legacy-October 24, 1984
Continuing a profound family tradition, Maureen P. Murphy—daughter of the late Chief James M. Murphy—has been appointed to the Norwood Police Department, joining multiple brothers and cousins on the force
Norwood Leads State with 40.6 Percent Drop in Reported Crime During First Half of 1983-October 24, 1983
Paced by reorganized police patrol sectors and active Neighborhood Crime Watch programs, Norwood led all 293 Massachusetts agencies with a 40.6 percent drop in reported crime.
Police Chief James F. Curran To Officially Retire Next Week-June 24, 1983
Incoming Chief Arthur V. Deutesh, a New York Police Captain, delays his arrival until August pending final transition talks with selectmen.
Chief George J. DiBlasi Restructures Norwood Police Force in Transformative First Year-November 2, 1982
Celebrating his first year leading the Norwood Police Department, Chief George J. DiBlasi highlights a 41 percent jump in arrests, plunging sick leave, and sweeping operational reforms.