File a Complaint or a Commendation

PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT YOU CANNOT FILE A POLICE REPORT ON THIS FORM.  YOU MUST CALL 978 744 1212 TO FILE A POLICE REPORT. 

THIS FORM IS USED FOR COMPLAINTS AGAINST, OR COMMENDATIONS OF, A POLICE OFFICER OR OTHER POLICE DEPARTMENT STAFF. 

Did you have an issue, or complaint, with an officer/staff member?

Or do you want to commend or recognize an officer/staff member for their actions?

All complaints/commendations will be reviewed. Contact information will allow for follow-up.

Upon filing this complaint/commendation, you should be taken to a page that says "Receipt of your message is acknowledged".  If you are not taken to the acknowledgement page, then assume non-receipt and notify the police department at (978) 744-0171 extension 50110 or or by email at: admin@salempd.net


By filing a complaint, I understand that I will be informed of the result of the investigation and the disposition of my complaint within thirty (30) days, unless otherwise advised. I am willing to testify at any Internal or Criminal Hearing on this matter. I agree that to the best of my knowledge, the below statement is a true and accurate account. 

All commendations will be reviewed by The Chief.

Your Information
Complaint/Commendation
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Describe here, in your own words, your account of the events that took place and everything you consider necessary for the matter to be completely investigated. If applicable, be sure to include any additional contact information, times, locations, conditions, and relevant events/details. If there are witnesses that you do not know, please describe any details about these parties.
Please only specify witnesses that are willing to be interviewed.