Lieutenant James F. Lydon assumed the role of acting police chief in Norwood while Chief James M. Murphy attended the FBI Academy in Washington, D.C.
Norwood’s “Parking Picnic” Ends, Visible Parking Tickets and Fines Begin-August 17, 1966
After a 65-day parking moratorium, Norwood police will begin issuing new visible parking tickets on Monday under a revised fine structure authorized by the June special town meeting.
Norwood Police & Fire Department Jimmy Fund Baseball Game-September 1, 1965
Norwood Police & Fire Department Jimmy Fund Baseball Game, September 1, 1965
Police Probing New Attempt On Life Of ‘Punchy’ McLaughlin-August 18, 1965
This Day In Norwood History-August 18, 1965-Police Probing New Attempt On Life Of ‘Punchy’ McLaughlin
Eight Norwood Police Officers Take Civil Service Examination for Lieutenant-July 29, 1965
Two police sergeants and six patrolmen took the Civil Service examination for lieutenant, competing for a starting salary of $7,103.25.
Two Norwood Patrolmen Bitten In Struggle With Youthful Break Suspect-July 29, 1965
This Day In Norwood History-July 28, 1965-Two Norwood Patrolmen Bitten In Struggle With Youthful Break Suspect
Use of Police Dogs in Norwood Questioned-July 15, 1965
In July 1965, Norwood officials debated whether the police department should begin using trained police dogs. Police Chief James Murphy described the idea as “a progressive move,” but questioned whether … Continue reading Use of Police Dogs in Norwood Questioned-July 15, 1965
Norwood Police Chief James M. Murphy Proposes New Safety Initiatives-July 9, 1965
Discover the 1965 tactical initiatives of the Norwood Police Department, including the creation of a 15-man riot squad and proposals for walkie-talkies and police dogs to enhance town safety.
Chief Warns of Violations of Norwood’s Teenage Curfew-July 08, 1965
On July 8, 1965, Norwood Police Chief James M. Murphy announced strict enforcement of the town's 10 p.m. teenage curfew, warning that negligent parents would face formal court prosecution.
Armed Robbery Suspect Captured in Cellar After Pistol-Whipping Norwood Clothing Store Owner-September 30, 1964
Natick resident Robert D. Langevin is captured in a Washington Street clothing store cellar after pistol-whipping 61-year-old owner John Rapolas during an attempted armed robbery.