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🚔 July 2026 Community Update — Busiest Month of the Year! 🚔 July set the pace as the busiest month of 2026 for the Rutland City Police Department, with 1,792 calls for service. Thank you to our officers, dispatchers, partner agencies, and community for your continued support. We are proud to serve Rutland City every day. 💙 #RutlandVT #RutlandCityPolice #BusiestMonth #CommunityPolicing #ServingRutland #BehindTheBadge 🚔
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🎉 August Service Anniversaries! 🎉 This month, we recognize the dedication, leadership, and commitment of six outstanding members of the Rutland City Police Department celebrating service milestones. Thank you for your continued commitment to our department and the community we serve. 🚔💙 ⭐ Chief Matthew Prouty — 26 Years of Service Chief Prouty returned to RCPD after a distinguished 22-year law enforcement career. A former Army Cavalry Scout, K9 Handler, Patrol Sergeant, CRT Sergeant, CRT Commander, and Patrol Commander, he brings decades of leadership and experience to our department. ⭐ Detective Sergeant Jon Dickerson — 14 Years of Service Sgt. Dickerson joined RCPD after 13 years with the Houston Police Department. He has served as a Detective, Community Response Team Sergeant, and currently leads the Detective Division while serving as our Public Information Officer. ⭐ Deputy Chief Charles Whitehead — 13 Years of Service Deputy Chief Whitehead brings extensive experience from the Town of Brandon and Rutland County Sheriff’s Office. He has served as Patrol Commander, Patrol Sergeant, Vision Sergeant, Detective Sergeant, ERT Commander, FTO, and K9 Handler. He is also a Taser Instructor at the Vermont Police Academy. ⭐ Sergeant Eric Morgano — 11 Years of Service Sgt. Morgano previously served with the Rutland County Sheriff’s Office and Vermont Department of Corrections. His career includes assignments with the Vermont Drug Task Force and Bureau of Criminal Investigation. He currently serves on the Crisis Negotiation Unit, Recruitment Team, and as a Use of Force Instructor, and IPMBA Bike Instructor. ⭐ Communications Officer Crystal Murray — 5 Years of Service CO Murray joined RCPD after 9 years as a Vermont State Police dispatcher, where she served on the Members Assistance Team and as a Communications Training Officer and Field Trainer. ⭐ Police Officer Sean Olsen — 3 Years of Service Officer Olsen, a Rutland High School Alumni, serves on Night Shift Patrol and is a member of our Emergency Response Team (ERT). 👏 Please join us in congratulating these members on their anniversaries and thanking them for their service! #RutlandCityPolice
🚔 **🎥 Weekly Wrap: From Patrol to Federal Charges** 🚔 This weeks update comes straight from the road as Chief Prouty transports our Emergency Response Team (formerly SWAT) to execute a search warrant on Library Avenue yesterday. Chief Prouty shares the latest on a case we highlighted in last weeks Weekly Wrap. Thanks to the work of Rutland Regional Medical Center Security Officers, State Troopers and our night shift patrol officers, a suspicious backpack was seized, leading to an investigation that resulted in a Rutland City Police Detective, assigned as a Homeland Security Task Force Officer, securing federal charges against the suspect. Who has been incarcerated since that night. Great police work doesnt stop with an arrest, it continues through investigation, collaboration, and holding offenders accountable. 👏 Outstanding work by our Partners at RRMC, Patrol Division, Detective Division, and the Vermont State Police Field Force in Rutland. #WeeklyWrap #RutlandCityPolice #Teamwork #ProactivePolicing #FederalCharges #HomelandSecurity #ERT #SearchWarrant #CommunitySafety #ProtectAndServe #RutlandVT #SWAT 🚓💙
🎉 **#ThrowbackThursday | 2005 Rutland PBA Ball** 🎉 A trip down memory lane! 📸 The Rutland PBA Ball has always been more than just a night out, its a tradition that brings together the men and women who have proudly served our community, along with their families, friends, and supporters. As you look through these photos, youll spot familiar faces from years past alongside many who continue to serve today. While uniforms, hairstyles, and faces may change over the years, one thing never does, the camaraderie that truly makes this department special. The friendships built here extend far beyond a shift or a career, creating a family that supports one another through every challenge and celebrates every success together. These moments remind us of the strong bonds and lasting friendships at the Rutland City Police Department. Whether youre a retired officer, a current member, a family member, or a longtime supporter, we hope these memories bring a smile to your face. ❤️👮‍♀️👮‍♂️ 📷 **Do you recognize someone in these photos?** Tag them in the comments and share your favorite PBA Ball memory! Thank you to everyone, past and present, who has worn the badge and helped make our department what it is today. #ThrowbackThursday #RutlandPD #PBABall #ProudTradition #ThenAndNow #ServingRutland #CommunityStrong #HonorTradition
🎡🎉 The Vermont State Fair is Almost Here! 🎉🎡 Mark your calendars and join us at the Vermont State Fair for an exciting week of family fun, thrilling entertainment, and unforgettable events! 📅 Event Lineup: 🤠 Tuesday, August 18 – Rodeo 🏁 Wednesday, August 19 – Demolition Derby 🚜 Thursday, August 20 – Tractor Pull 🏍️ Friday, August 21 – Motorcycle Racing 🎤🎸 Saturday, August 22 – Aaron Lewis Live in Concert From delicious fair food 🌽🍦 to exciting rides 🎠, agricultural exhibits 🐄, live entertainment 🎶, and grandstand events, theres something for everyone! 👮‍♀️👮‍♂️ The Rutland City Police Department is proud to partner with the Vermont State Fair to help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors. If you see one of our officers, be sure to stop and say hello! We cant wait to see you at the fair! 🎡🎟️ 📍 Vermont State Fairgrounds 📅 August 18–22, 2026 Bring your family, bring your friends, and make some great memories! #VermontStateFair #RutlandVT #Community #FamilyFun #SeeYouAtTheFair 🎡🚔💙
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🚨NATIONAL NIGHT OUT IS TOMORROW🚨 Join the Rutland City Police Department for National Night Out - TOMORROW! Tuesday, August 4th | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM The Vermont State Fair PLEASE NOTE: This is a NEW location. We will NOT be at Meadow St. Park like in previous years. Parking & Entry: ➡️ All attendees must enter through the gate on S. Main St. 🅿️ Parking will be available in the infield. Come meet your neighbors, your police officers, firefighters, military personnel, and first responders! Well have: 👮‍♂️🚒 Police, Fire & Military displays and vehicles 🎉 Tons of family-friendly activities & games 🌭 Free food 🤝 Local vendors & community organizations This is a FREE event for the whole family. We cant wait to see you there! #NationalNightOut #RutlandVT #RutlandCityPolice #CommunityStrong #NNO2026
🚨🅿 Rutland Shopping Plaza Parking Alert 🚨🅿 Brixmor, the owner of the Rutland Shopping Plaza, has notified RCPD that they will be enforcing parking rules on their property. These additional measures are being taken to deter loitering, disorderly groups congregating, and overcrowding by non-customers. Brixmor has authorized Stockton Security to ticket, boot, and tow vehicles and trespass subjects not in compliance with these rules from their private property. Brixmor has further authorized RCPD to take enforcement action on their behalf and remove subjects and vehicles causing issues in the plaza and not obeying posted rules. Signs have been installed throughout the plaza. If you receive a ticket from Stockton Security, you must reach out to Brixmor or Stockton Security regarding the ticket. These are not city issued tickets.
🎉 July Service Anniversaries 🎉 This month, were proud to recognize two outstanding members of the Rutland City Police Department for their dedication and service to our community. 👏 Animal Control Officer Sweeney – 3 Years of Service Officer Sweeney began his career with the department as a dispatcher before transitioning to Animal Control. Since then, he has done an outstanding job serving our residents, protecting animals, and assisting patrol officers in countless ways. Thank you for your commitment and hard work! 👏 Corporal Dan Blanchard – 7 Years of Service A graduate of Castleton University, Corporal Blanchard has become a leader within the department. As a Firearms Instructor, lead member of our Recruitment Team, and the most requested officer for our annual Police Department Calendar, Cpl. Blanchard continues to make a positive impact both inside the department and throughout the community. Please join us in congratulating Officer Sweeney and Corporal Blanchard on their service anniversaries and thanking them for their continued dedication to the City of Rutland! 👮🐾💙 #RutlandCityPD #ServiceAnniversary #CommunityFirst #ThankYouForYourService
🚔 WEEKLY WRAP Every week, well highlight some of the Rutland City Police Departments recent cases, proactive police work, and successful arrests. See the teamwork, investigations, and partnerships that help keep Rutland safe. 🎥 Welcome to the Weekly Wrap, where we take you behind the badge. #WeeklyWrap #RutlandCityPD #BehindTheBadge #KeepingRutlandSafe
🚨 **HELP US IDENTIFY THIS INDIVIDUAL** 🚨 🟢**SHARE THIS**🟢 The Rutland City Police Department is asking for the publics assistance in identifying the individual shown in the attached video. If you recognize yourself in this video, we encourage you to contact Officer Dangal and turn yourself in. This person is being sought in connection with a vandalism investigation at Maxies Deli on State Street. If you recognize this individual or have any information that may assist investigators, please contact the Rutland City Police Department at (802) 773-1816 and ask to speak with Officer Dangal. You may also send us a private message on Facebook. **Please do not post names in the comments.** Instead, contact Officer Dangal directly through the department so investigators can properly follow up. Thank you for helping keep our community safe. 🛡️ #RutlandCityPD #HelpIdentify #CommunityAssistance #VandalismInvestigation #SeeSomethingSaySomething
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A City With Heart and Heritage

Rutland is an historic city in Vermont's Green Mountains, known for its family-oriented character and strong civic assets.

  • Excellent schools, colleges, and a major regional hospital

  • Vibrant downtown with shopping, dining, theater, music, and comedy

  • Extensive outdoor recreation including hiking on the Long Trail, skiing and mountain biking at Killington Ski Resort, and access to lakes suited for water sports, camping, and public hunting areas

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A Community that Grows Every Day

The city is home to a diverse permanent population of roughly 16,500, with daytime numbers exceeding 30,000 due to visitors and residents.

  • Located in central Vermont, approximately 20 miles from the New York state line

  • Total area of 7.67 square miles