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News and information from the Bristol County Sheriff's Office in Southeastern Massachusetts.

The Bristol County Sheriff's Office is a multi-faceted law enforcement organization with the main goal of increasing public safety in Bristol County, Massachusetts. The BCSO houses approximately 800 men and women in three different facilities and is responsible for the care and custody of individuals who are sentenced or awaiting trial. Additionally, the BCSO works in partnership with law enforcement agencies, government entities and community groups, lending resources to train, educate, and respond to the safety concerns of our communities.

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween Bristol County!

We hope you have a frighteningly fun evening filled with plenty of treats, and none of the tricks! Here are some tips to stay safe and spooky as you are out and about in your communities tonight!

10/29/2026

As part of their training in the BCSO academy, every recruit participates in OC Spray Day. Recruits are sprayed with OC, and then must complete a challenging obstacle course while their peers offer support and cheers from the sidelines.

Hands on training like this builds a strong foundation that our future officers will rely on when they officially begin their new careers.

10/23/2026

Halloween may be next week, but we are already planning our 2026 Toy Drive!

Each year, the BCSO K9 Unit partners with the Justice Resource Institute Foster Care and Adoption Program to spread a little magic during the holiday season. The K9 Unit is now accepting donations of unwrapped gifts for children of all ages!

Please drop off your donations at the K9 Office in the Training Building, located at 400 Faunce Corner Rd in Dartmouth, MA.

This toy drive has been an incredible success every year, and we are so excited to make 2026 even better!

10/10/2026

October 10 is World Mental Health Day. Today and everyday, please take a moment to check in on your loved ones. So many of us struggle in silence, and having someone take the time to show they care can make all the difference. 💚

09/24/2026

Last night, 17 recruits officially became Bristol County Correction Officers. Their accomplishments and hard work was celebrated alongside friends, family, and colleagues. Thank you to all that joined us for this special occasion, and welcome to the BCSO!

Check out these photos from the ceremony and reception afterwards.

09/22/2026

BCSO Academy 61-26 posed for their official class portrait ahead of their graduation tomorrow evening.

After 12 weeks of intense training, these 17 recruits will officially begin their career as Correction Officers. We looking forward to celebrating this accomplishment among family and friends tomorrow evening!

09/21/2026

As one Academy reaches the finish line, another begins their own journey.

Today, the BCSO welcomed 31 recruits to start their 12-week long academy. This group is our third and final Academy of 2026, and will take part in several months of hands-on learning that will prepare them for their careers as Correction Officers.

Please join us in welcoming these new recruits! We are thrilled to have you, welcome to the BCSO!

09/18/2026

Today is National POW/MIA Recognition Day.

This day serves as a way in which we can remember and honor those Americans who were prisoners of war as well as those who served but never returned home.

The BCSO is committed to serving our veteran community and honoring the sacrifices made by these brave individuals. Today, we reflect on their courage and resilience, and stand in solidarity with their families. Let us take a moment to remember and recognize their sacrifices, ensuring that their stories are never forgotten.

09/11/2026

Every year, Battleship Cove in Fall River hosts a Rite of Reflection Ceremony to commemorate and remember the thousands of lives lost on September 11, 2001. On this 25th anniversary of these tragic events, the BCSO joins with first responders across the County, Commonwealth, and nation to honor and reflect on the lives that were taken from us far too soon.

September 11th is a day of solace and remembrance, while also offering us an opportunity to unite as one and carry on the legacy of those we have lost. Please take a moment today to reflect on this solemn history and honor those who we have lost.

09/07/2026

The BCSO wishes everyone in Bristol County a happy Labor Day!

Address

400 Faunce Corner Road
Dartmouth, MA
02747

Telephone

+15089951311

Website

http://www.bcso-ma.us/

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