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🔥🏃‍♂️🚴‍♀️ Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Vermont 🚴‍♂️🏃‍♀️🔥 This morning, members of the Rutland City Police Department proudly joined our partners from the City of Rutland Fire Department 🚒, Vermont State Police 🚔, Rutland Town Police Department 🚓, and the Vermont Department of Corrections to participate in the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Vermont! 🏅🔥 The Law Enforcement Torch Run is a worldwide movement that brings law enforcement officers together in support of the incredible athletes of Special Olympics Vermont ❤️🤍💙. The Flame of Hope 🔥 symbolizes courage, determination, inclusion, and opportunity, and we are honored to help carry that message through our community. 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Participants carried the torch through the City of Rutland before proudly handing it off to the Vermont State Police, who continued the journey north as the torch makes its way toward the Special Olympics Summer Games. 🔥➡️🏅 Adding to the excitement, today is World Bicycle Day! 🚴‍♂️🌎🚴‍♀️ Our Bike Patrol Unit had the privilege of leading the way, escorting the runners and the Flame of Hope safely through the city. 🚲🚔 Their presence helped keep the route safe while showcasing another way our officers connect with and serve the community. 👏 A huge thank you to everyone who participated, supported the runners, and cheered along the route. Events like these remind us of the power of teamwork, community partnerships, and supporting athletes who inspire us all every day. Together, we carry the flame. Together, we make a difference. 🔥🤝🏅 #TorchRun #SpecialOlympicsVermont #FlameOfHope #WorldBicycleDay #BikePatrol #RutlandCityPD #CommunityPartnerships #Inclusion #LawEnforcementTorchRun #Teamwork
🥳🎉Congratulations👏🥳 We’re sending a huge congratulations 🎉 to four outstanding Stafford Technical CenterCenter graduates who just completed their Criminal Justice program! 🎓👏 Over the last two years, these students dedicated themselves to learning the foundations of criminal justice and public safety. Their hard work showed — together they brought home seven medals 🥇🥈🥉 from the SkillsUSA competition. That kind of commitment, discipline, and teamwork 💪 is exactly what we look for in the next generation of public safety professionals. To our Stafford Tech grads: thank you for choosing a path of service 🙏. Whether you pursue law enforcement 👮, corrections, dispatch 📞, emergency management 🚨, or another role in public safety, know that Rutland PD is proud of you. We wish you all the best as you start your careers and continue making Vermont safer and stronger 🍁. The badge isn’t just a job — it’s a responsibility to the community. We can already see that responsibility in each of you. 💙🖤 Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🎊 Interested in a ride-along or learning more about careers with RCPD? Send us a message. We’d love to meet the future of public safety.
🏃‍♂️🔥 RUTLAND CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT TORCH RUN 🔥🏃‍♀️ Tomorrow June 3, 2026 members of the Rutland City Police Department will be participating in the Special Olympics Vermont Law Enforcement Torch Run! We will begin our run at 10:00 AM, departing from U-Haul on Route 7 South, and will travel northbound along Route 7 to the Vermont State Police Rutland Barracks as we carry the Flame of Hope in support of Special Olympics athletes across Vermont. Leading the charge once again is our fearless leader and longtime Torch Run organizer, Detective Corporal Misty Jax, whose dedication and commitment to the Law Enforcement Torch Run and Special Olympics Vermont have helped make this event a success year after year. We are grateful for her leadership and passion for this incredible cause. 📣 Come Cheer Us On! If youre along the route, we encourage you to come out and support the runners as they help raise awareness and support for Special Olympics Vermont. 🚧 Traffic Advisory: To ensure the safety of participants, one lane of travel along portions of Route 7 will be temporarily closed while runners are on the roadway. Motorists should expect minor delays, use caution in the area, and follow the directions of officers and event personnel. Thank you for your patience and support as we participate in this important community event and help carry the Flame of Hope for Vermonts Special Olympics athletes. 🔥 Wednesday 🕙 10:00 AM Start 📍 U-Haul to Vermont State Police Rutland Barracks 👏 Come out and cheer us on! #TorchRun #SpecialOlympicsVermont #LawEnforcementTorchRun #RutlandCityPolice #FlameOfHope #CommunityStrong #RutlandVT #SupportTheAthletes 🚓🏃‍♂️🔥🚧
🚨 ATTEMPT TO IDENTIFY 🚨 The Rutland City Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the male pictured wearing a gray sweatshirt. Anyone who recognizes this individual or has information regarding his identity is asked to contact Officer Dangal at the Rutland City Police Department. 📞 802-773-1816 Please reference this post when calling. Thank you for your assistance in helping us serve our community. #RutlandVT #RutlandCityPolice #AttemptToIdentify #CommunityPartnership #SeeSomethingSaySomething 🚔👮‍♂️
🚔 Incident Update – Dorr Drive 🚔 Late last night and continuing into the morning hours, members of the Rutland City Police Department responded to a tense situation on Dorr Drive that required the activation of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) and Crisis Negotiation Unit (CNU). 🚁 The Department was assisted by the Vermont State Police UAS Program, and Field Force Division whose specialized capabilities provided valuable support throughout the operation. 🤝 We also extend our sincere appreciation to the City of Rutland Department of Public Works, and Rutland Recreation, and the motoring public for their patience, cooperation, and assistance during this incident. 👮 As a result of the operation, an adult male was taken into custody without incident. Officers subsequently executed a search warrant at the residence as part of the ongoing investigation. 🔍 The investigation remains active, and additional information will be released as appropriate. #RutlandCityPD #CommunitySafety #ERT #CNU #VermontStatePolice #PublicSafety #RutlandVT #LawEnforcement #KeepingRutlandSafe
The Rutland City Police Department is continuing to work an active scene on Dorr Drive in Rutland. Dorr Dr is closed at Ripley Road to River Street. City of Rutland, Department of Public Works has posted signs at these intersections. Please obey the detours and do not go through them. The public is asked to avoid the area to give officers space to safely resolve this incident.
Five officers, one mission: honoring those who served before us. 🇺🇸 Proud to represent the Honor Guard at the Annual PBA Memorial Service. Even though the venue changed due to weather, thank you to everyone who came out and made this year’s event such a meaningful tribute. 🙏 Comment below if you’d like a link to the ceremony. #HonorGuard #PBAMemorialService #NeverForget #ServiceAndSacrifice #CommunityStrong
🚴‍♂️ BIKE UNIT ACTIVITY UPDATE 🚴‍♀️ Our Bike Unit has been out across the city conducting proactive patrols in the Southwest, Northwest, and Downtown sectors, along local bike trails, and in Pine Hill Park. These efforts have resulted in numerous community contacts and 3 arrests related to ongoing enforcement and quality-of-life concerns. Officers are also actively patrolling the Southeast and Northeast sectors, continuing to engage with residents throughout Rutland. During these patrols, officers have enjoyed many positive interactions with park users, trail visitors, and local youth helping strengthen relationships and build trust within the community. The Bike Unit remains a key part of our community policing strategy, allowing officers to access areas not easily reached by patrol vehicles while maintaining a strong, visible presence in our neighborhoods and recreational spaces. We are always looking to grow the team come start a CAREER, stay active, work outdoors, and serve a community that supports you! Thank you to everyone who has stopped to say hello and speak with our officers. We look forward to continuing our patrol efforts throughout the summer. Note: The bike shown in this image is not a tandem bike, it only appears that way due to the angle of the photo 🤣 #RutlandCityPD #CommunityPolicing #BikeUnit #KeepingRutlandSafe #ipmba #Police
This Memorial Day, the Rutland City Police Department pauses to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. Their sacrifice secured the freedoms we protect every day in our community. We are forever grateful. We ask our Rutland neighbors to join us in a moment of remembrance today for the fallen and their families. We will never forget. 🇺🇸 Photo credit: Rutland Recreation #MemorialDay #RutlandVT #NeverForget #HonorTheFallen
🚨 Public Safety Alert 🚨 The Rutland City Police Department is issuing a public safety alert following a recent increase in overdose incidents within our community. Over the past six days, officers and emergency responders have responded to six suspected overdose incidents, five of which have occurred within the last 48 hours. This sharp increase is concerning and may indicate that particularly dangerous substances are circulating in our area. While the Rutland City Police Department does not condone illegal drug use, our number one priority is the preservation of life. We encourage anyone struggling with substance use, or anyone who knows someone at risk, to seek help and support before tragedy occurs. Many overdoses involve substances that may be mixed with Fentanyl or other dangerous compounds. Individuals may be unaware of what they are consuming, and even a small amount can be fatal.
RUTLAND CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT The residence on State Street has been secured and the roadway is now reopened to normal traffic. There is no threat to the public at this time. Officers and detectives remain on scene actively investigating. Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact the Rutland City Police Department and ask for the Bureau of Criminal Investigation. Additional information will be released when appropriate.
🐾 FOUND DOG 🐾 This dog was located in the northwest sector of the city and is currently being held at the Rutland City Police Department. • Black leather collar with no tags • Bandage wrapped around its waist If you recognize this dog or know who the owner may be, please contact the Rutland City Police Department and ask to speak with Animal Control Officer Sweeney. #RutlandVT #RutlandCity #FoundDog #CommunityAlert #RCPD
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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