History of the Veazie Police Department
Police services in Veazie date back to the town’s founding in 1853, when Roderick Park, Abraham Jaquith, Asa C. Palmer, and Thomas O. Addition were appointed as the first town constables. Early town records do not indicate any compensation for constables until 1900, when the Town Minutes reflect that they began receiving a small fee for their services.
The role of constable continued uninterrupted in Veazie until 1977, when the town voted to purchase its first police cruiser. That same year, George Bell became the first official Chief of Police, having served as a constable since 1962. Under Chief Bell’s leadership, Cathy Jordan, Alvah B. Calkins, and Frank W. Jordan became the department’s first sworn Police Officers.
Today, the Veazie Police Department is proudly led by Chief of Police Mark E. Leonard and is staffed by a dedicated team of full-time and reserve officers. The department operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, ensuring the safety and security of our community.
Additionally, the Veazie Police Department is designated as an official Child Safety Seat Inspection Station. We encourage parents and caregivers to schedule an appointment for a professional child seat inspection to ensure the safety of their little ones.
