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The Official page of the Vernon, CT Police Department. This page is not monitored full time. Please direct routine complaints to 860-872-9126

10/20/2026

🚨 MISSING PERSON 🚨

The Vernon Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Joel D’Angelo (DOB: 3/2/1977).

Joel was last seen last week and has been reported missing by his conservator. At this time, limited information is available regarding his whereabouts.

If you have seen Joel or have any information that may assist in locating him, please contact the Vernon Police Department at 860-872-9126.

We appreciate the public’s assistance in sharing this information and helping us locate Joel.

10/19/2026

Please join us in congratulating Officer Trevor Costa #305 on his graduation from the Hartford Police Academy this past Friday!

Officer Costa begins the next chapter of his journey today as he starts several weeks of field training, where he’ll put his academy training into practice and continue developing the skills necessary to serve our community.

We’re proud to welcome Officer Costa into this next phase of his career and look forward to seeing all he accomplishes with the Vernon Police Department.

Congratulations, Officer Costa! We wish you a long, healthy, and successful career serving the Vernon community! 🚔👏

10/16/2026

🍽️ Let us serve you for a great cause!

Join the Vernon Police Department at Little Mark’s BBQ & Grill for Tip-A-Cop, benefiting Special Olympics Connecticut

📅 Wednesday, October 28, 2026
⏰ 4–8 PM
📍 Little Mark's BBQ & Grill — 346 Kelly Road, Vernon

Enjoy a great meal, meet your local officers, and help support Special Olympics athletes. All proceeds from the Tip-A-Cop fundraiser benefit Special Olympics Connecticut.

Bring your family and friends—we hope to see you there! 💙💛

09/29/2026

🐾 FOUND DOG — BOLTON / COUNTRY CLUB LANE 🐾

This handsome boy was found today near Country Club Lane in Bolton and brought to the Vernon Police Department.

Unfortunately, he was not wearing a collar and no other identifying information was located. He is currently safe, sound, and being cared for at the Vernon Pound. ❤️🐶

We’d love to get this good boy back home with his family! If you recognize him or know who his owners may be, please contact Vernon Animal Control.

Please share this post to help us spread the word! 🐾

09/24/2026

*****Update: Robert has been located and is safe. Thank you for everyone’s help.*****

PURPLE ALERT – PLEASE SHARE

The Vernon Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating Robert Gottier, 90, who has dementia.

Robert left home this morning in a 2016 silver Honda HR-V, plate AF96330. His vehicle was later seen in Springfield, MA, but there has been no contact with him since.

Anyone who sees Robert or his vehicle should call 911 immediately.

A recent photo of Robert is attached.

09/21/2026

🚔 Congratulations to our officers recognized at this year’s MADD Awards! 🏆

Please join us in congratulating Officer Lisee, Officer DiManno and Officer Gearin, who were recognized for their continued efforts to combat drunk and drugged driving in the Town of Vernon.

We also congratulate Officer Wallace and Officer Johanson, who were recognized as two of the newest Drug Recognition Experts (DREs) in the State of Connecticut. Their commitment to specialized training and impaired driving enforcement helps make our roads safer for everyone.

In addition to these individual recognitions, the Vernon Police Department was honored as one of the Top 10 performing departments in the State of Connecticut for DUI enforcement. This achievement reflects the dedication of our entire department to keeping impaired drivers off the road and protecting our community.

👏 Please join us in congratulating all of our officers on these well-deserved recognitions!

09/14/2026

🚨 TRAINING ADVISORY – SKINNER ROAD SCHOOL 🚨

The Vernon Police Department will be conducting active threat/shooter response training at Skinner Road School on the following dates:

📅 September 14
📅 September 16
📅 September 28
📅 October 2

Training will take place between approximately 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM and will be confined to the school grounds.

Residents and community members may notice an increased police presence in and around the area during these times. Please refrain from entering the school grounds while training is underway.

This is a planned training exercise and there is no emergency or threat to the public.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as our officers participate in this important training designed to enhance our preparedness and response capabilities.

09/11/2026

🇺🇸 NEVER FORGET 9.11.01 🇺🇸

Today, members of the Vernon Police Department, Vernon Fire Department, Town of Vernon, local residents and the Rockville High School Band and Chorus gathered at the Henry Park Tower to honor and remember the lives lost during the tragic attacks of September 11, 2001.

We remember the innocent lives taken, the first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice, and the countless acts of courage and selflessness that followed.

25 years later, their sacrifice and heroism remain forever etched in our hearts.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget. 🇺🇸

09/09/2026

🚨 TRAFFIC ADVISORY — TALCOTTVILLE ROAD 🚨

Talcottville Road in the area of Regan Road is currently reduced to one lane of alternating traffic in both directions due to a gas main break.

Crews are on scene and actively working to make the necessary repairs. Traffic delays and backups are currently occurring in the area.

Motorists are asked to avoid Talcottville Road if possible and seek an alternate route until the repairs are completed.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation while crews work to resolve the issue.

Address

725 Hartford Tpke
Vernon, CT
06066

Telephone

+18608729126

Website

https://www.vernon-ct.gov/page/police

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