The Ellsworth Police Department will be holding its first ever Citizen Police Academy. The purpose of this program is to further citizen’s knowledge and understanding of the unique challenges which face the members of the law enforcement community every day. It is our belief that through education and communication the…
The Ellsworth Police Department consists of 16 police officers providing coverage 24 hours a day, seven days per week in an area of more than 94 square miles. Ellsworth has a year round population of 7,750 people however, because we are a service center, the number of people served actually…
There are two types of traffic summonses. There are some violations which require a court appearance at District Court in Ellsworth. If you receive one of these summonses, the officer will advise you of the court date (it is also written on the summons). Most traffic violations are civil in…
You need to pick up a permit application from the dispatcher at the police department. You will also be provided with a booklet explaining the laws relating to permits to carry concealed weapons. You must be able to show proof that you have either taken a handgun safety course or…
On September 13, the new Wal Mart Supercenter made donations to several community non-profits groups. The Ellsworth Police Department received a check for $1000 to be dedicated to the department’s canine program. Shown accepting the check are L-R, K-9 Officer Shawn Willey, K-9 Vegas, Chief John R. DeLeo, Store Manager…
On 7-7-09 at 2106 hours Customs Agent John Nadeau called requesting a narcotics canine respond to the CAT terminal to search a motor home. The occupants had been detained for questioning about the amount of cash they had.
On 6-4-09 at 2050 hours I assisted MDEA with a search warrant at a residence in Trenton. I searched the garage with my narcotics canine Vegas. In the "parts room" Vegas alerted to the odor of narcotics by digging and a change of breathing.