Dover Police to host National Night Out Aug. 6

posted on 7/24/2024

Chief William Breault announced this week that the Dover Police Department will host its annual National Night Out event on Tuesday, Aug. 6.

National Night Out will be held at the police station at 46 Chestnut St. from 4 to 7 p.m. and is free to the public. It is a time for community members to meet with police officers, discuss issues, learn what police do, and unite with the common goal of crime prevention and safety.

The public will be able to take tours of the station and see various displays around the building, including some of the specialized equipment and vehicles. These will include a police cruiser, a police motorcycle, a crime scene vehicle, and a tactical rescue vehicle. Several officers, including the K9 (police dog) officer, will be at the event and interact with the public.

'The Dover Police Department recognizes the importance of interacting with our community and the value of positive police-community partnerships. National Night Out gives the community and our officers an opportunity to meet and talk in a casual and fun setting. This goes a long way toward solving community problems as a team,' Breault said.

Other city departments and community organizations will provide information on health, safety, and wellness. Information on drug prevention, treatment and recovery resources, violence prevention, and local mental health resources will also be available. The Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 443 will be outside the station cooking burgers and hot dogs, which will be free to attendees.

Dover’s National Night Out is a family-oriented event affiliated with National Night Out, which, according to organizers, involves over 35 million people in more than 10,000 communities across the nation.

Look for updates on the Dover Police Department’s Facebook page. Individuals looking to get involved can contact Lt. Alex Mitrushi at (603) 516-6122 or a.mitrushi@dover.nh.gov.