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Celebrate National Consumer Protection Week on March 5, 2026, by joining the Social Security Administration and its Office of the Inspector General in National Slam the Scam Day!  Protect yourself from fraudsters by utilizing resources from the SSA and Federal Trade Commi...

To enhance community safety, added precautions have been implemented through increased high-visibility patrols in key areas. These proactive patrols help deter criminal activity, provide reassurance to the public, and ensure a rapid response to incidents. Additionally, partner...

Have you ever sent a check that was cashed, but the recipient said it never arrived? You may be the victim of check washing. Check washing scams involve changing the payee names and often the dollar amounts on checks and fraudulently depositing them. Occasionally, these checks...

The Brighton Police Department was proud to be a part of the opening ceremony of the 2026 Special Olympics New York State Winter Games at the Rochester Convention Center.  On Saturday, hundreds of athletes will converge on the Rochester area to compete in seven different ...

Each year, Americans trust the U.S. Postal Service with billions of letters and packages, and the vast majority of those arrive safely at their intended destinations. But there are always thieves who will target the mail. Postal inspectors investigate these crimes and arr...

On February 3, 2026, Chief Catholdi honored Lieutenant Cecere with a certificate commemorating his 20 years of devoted service to the Brighton Police Department and the community. Over the past decade, Lieutenant Cecere has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to his ...

Brighton Police Department representatives, Sergeant Halpin and Officer Barcellos, recently visited Twelve Corners Middle School to educate students about the importance of online safety. Meanwhile, parents are urged to remain vigilant and informed about the potential risks as...

Today marks the close of an era as Jackie Pike concludes nearly fifteen years of dedicated service as the Brighton Police Department’s Records Clerk. We are thankful for her commitment and, though she will be missed, we wish her all the best in her next chapter.

The Brighton Police Department has long recognized the value of the Integrating Communication, Assessment & Tactics (ICAT) approach, a cutting-edge, research-driven method for training officers in de-escalation techniques. This innovative system equips first responders wit...