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NATIONAL POLICE WOMAN DAY |
Officer Janessa Soares didn't take the expected path to the Brockton Police Department.
Today is National Police Woman Day, a day to recognize the women who wear the badge, including the women right here at the Brockton Police Department.
They patrol our streets, serve our community, and lead within our department. And for women considering a career in law enforcement, their stories can show what's possible.
Janessa has one of those stories.
Meet Officer Janessa Soares.
And if her story has you thinking about a career with Brockton Police, learn more here:
www.brocktonpolice.com/our-department/careers/
#NationalPoliceWomanDay #BrocktonPolice #WomenInLawEnforcement #JoinBrocktonPD City of Brockton, Massachusetts Association of Women in Law Enforcement
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WE REMEMBER. WE HONOR.
Twenty-five years later, we still remember where we were, what we lost and those who answered the call.
This morning, Brockton Police joined our Fire Department, city leaders and members of our community at City Hall Plaza to honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001 and the first responders who ran toward danger.
For Brockton, that remembrance is personal. At the ceremony we were reminded of City of Brockton native Stephen Adams,. Adams was working at Windows on the World on the 107th floor of the World Trade Center’s North Tower when he was killed in the attacks.
Today, our Police and Fire Honor Guards stood together in tribute.
We remember the lives. We honor the sacrifice. We will never forget.
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INVESTING IN BROCKTON’S YOUNG PEOPLE STARTS WITH INVESTING IN THE ORGANIZATIONS DOING THE WORK.
The Brockton Police Department is accepting proposals for the 2027 Brockton Shannon Project, supporting community-based programs that help youth ages 10–24 who are at risk.
We especially encourage grassroots 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to apply.
Funding may support programs focused on:
▪ Social intervention and youth violence prevention
▪ Educational and positive opportunities for young people
▪ Community engagement and outreach
▪ Substance-use issues affecting youth or their families
▪ Inclusive, trauma-informed services that provide direct support to youth
DEADLINE | September 18, 2026
APPLY | Complete the 2027 Brockton Shannon Project application:
forms.gle/GU6Axf1Q7gTNCAV78
QUESTIONS | Felicity.Oliveira@brocktonpolice.com
Please share this opportunity with organizations working to make a difference in the lives of Brockton’s young people.
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SAFE STREETS INITIATIVE: BROCKTON POLICE DISRUPT DANGEROUS CAR MEETUPS.
More Than 85 Traffic Stops, 40 Citations and 15 Arrests
BROCKTON — Brockton Police are stepping up efforts to stop illegal car meetups before they turn into dangerous gatherings on city streets.
Those efforts paid off over the holiday weekend. Officers conducted more than 85 traffic stops, issued more than 40 citations and made 15 arrests related to the attempted street takeovers.
"Our residents should not have to deal with reckless driving or dangerous activity in their neighborhoods," said Chief Brenda Perez.
Police didn't wait for large groups of vehicles to gather. Officers were already out making traffic stops and taking enforcement action as cars began arriving in the city. Many people at these meetups come to Brockton from communities across the region.
During one incident, officers moved in on a gathering after vehicles were seen driving erratically and doing donuts in a parking lot. Police stopped several vehicles as they left the area and made arrests directly tied to the activity.
"Our goal is to stop these gatherings before they grow into the dangerous situations we've seen in the past," Captain William Carpenter said. "When reckless driving, property damage, or other dangerous behavior occurs, our officers will take appropriate enforcement action."
Brockton Police will continue to monitor these gatherings and use proactive policing to address dangerous and illegal activity when it occurs.
City of Brockton
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The Chief
Chief Brenda I. Perez was appointed in 2022. She has worked for the City of Brockton for 23 years and most recently served as the Records Division Lieutenant from 2020 until her appointment.
Having grown up in the City, Chief Perez started her career as a patrol officer in 1999 until her promotion to Sergeant in 2016. She is a Brockton High School graduate and received a Master’s Degree from Curry College. She also served in the United States Army Reserves for 24 years retiring as a Master Sergeant.