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Created Jan 16, 2026 / Updated Feb 5, 2026
Click the link below to see monthly statistics. 
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Created Feb 24, 2026 / Updated Mar 2, 2026
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...
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Mar 1, 2026
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...
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Created Feb 20, 2026 / Updated Feb 23, 2026
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...
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Feb 20, 2026
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 ...
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Feb 11, 2026
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...
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Feb 4, 2026
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 ...
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Created Feb 3, 2026 / Updated Feb 17, 2026
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...
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Feb 2, 2026
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.
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Created Jan 23, 2026 / Updated Jan 28, 2026
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...
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