Colchester Police Department

10/01/2026

This past weekend, 5 of our officers participated in and facilitated the 2026 Green Mountain Iron Dog right here in town.

Sgt. Dewey, Det. Cpl. Fell, Det. Fitzpatrick, Cpl. Gutierrez, and Ofc. Lopes all helped make the event a paws-itively howling success... And our very own K9 Ozzy took home first place in the Police Canine Building Search!

09/14/2026

Exit 16 Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) Anticipated to Open September 16 Overnight

The DDI project team plans to implement the new traffic pattern on U.S. 2/7 at the I-89 Exit 16 interchange in Colchester overnight on Wednesday 9/16, weather permitting.

Crews are working on the construction of the DDI and improvements to the adjacent intersections of U.S. Route 2/7 (U.S. 2/7) at South Park Drive and Mountain View Drive/Lower Mountain View Drive in preparation for the new traffic pattern changes. The remaining work is highly dependent on weather, and the completion of these activities is critical to the opening of the DDI. Weather could delay the opening. Additional updates will be issued on the project website.

The new traffic pattern briefly shifts vehicles to the left side of the roadway as they travel through the interchange. This design allows drivers turning left onto interstate entrance ramps to do so without crossing oncoming traffic. Once through the interchange, traffic returns to the normal right side of the roadway. Traffic signals will control both crossover points.

To learn how to navigate the new interchange, view the step-by-step guide here or view the driving animations on the project website.

https://www.exit16ddi.vtransprojects.vermont.gov/

09/11/2026

These ribbons hang off the flags in our multi-function Kirker Community Room, because we never forget the events and all the civilians and first responders who lost their lives 25 years ago today.

08/28/2026

Last week in California, retired Lt. Jim Roy was celebrated on a national level for his work while at CPD!

During the International Association of Chiefs of Police's Impaired Driving and Traffic Safety Conference, Lt. Roy was bestowed with the Association's Richard "Dick" Studdard Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) Emeritus Award. The honor recognizes formerly certified DREs who have served the goals of the Drug Evaluation and Classification Program with the highest level of integrity, demonstrated advanced knowledge and skill, and made exceptional and sustained contributions to the program.

It decorates individuals whose accomplishments are well documented and are no longer eligible to maintain active DRE certification due to retirement, promotion, or reassignment.

The Vermont Highway Safety Alliance stated, "Jim's outstanding contributions have not only helped guide and grow Vermont's DRE Program, but has made an impact across the United States and beyond."

A big and well-deserved congratulations to Lt. Roy!

[Pictured in first image: Ret. Lt. Roy (2nd from right) receives his award from namesake Richard "Dick" Studdard (2nd from left)]

08/24/2026

DATE: 08/24/2026
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Officer Hunter Tabor
INCIDENT #: 26CC008223
Approved by: __184__

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

On 08/23/2026 at approximately 9:02pm officers with the Colchester Police Department were dispatched to the area of Bay Road and Granite Creek Road for the report of a two vehicle crash. Upon arrival officers discovered that one of the vehicles fled the scene and was last seen traveling east on Bay Road.

Through investigation, a vehicle of interest has been identified as a silver Toyota Tundra. The truck is suspected to have extensive front and driver’s side damage.

Anyone with information regarding the crash and/or vehicle of interestis urged to contact the police department at (802)264-5555.

The Colchester Police Department was assisted by members of the Colchester Fire Department, Colchester Rescue, and Milton Police Department.

07/22/2026

This past weekend, Colchester Police officers partook in pregame ceremonies at the Boston Red Sox game by taking the role of the Honor Guard!
(left to right: Cpl. Bressler, Ofc. Cunningham, Ofc. McClanahan)

07/04/2026

Happy 4th!

06/30/2026

We collaborated with the Colchester School District to put together this joint message regarding e-bikes and mini-motos. Please share with other families you know who may find the information useful: https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/82799252

06/28/2026

06/25/2026

Recently in a 36-hour span, our officers stopped over 30 vehicles through the Exit 16 DDI construction zone. These stops resulted in a variety of tickets and warnings-- mostly for speed-related offenses.

We would like to remind drivers that the speed limit has been lowered to 30 mph in that work zone, and fines can be doubled through there and other highway construction areas.