Lee Police Department

The Lee Police Department maintains public safety coverage 24 hours a day and is dispatched by the Berkshire County Sheriff's Regional Dispatch Center.  Members of the Lee Police Department can be reached through the dispatch center by dialing 911 for emergencies and 413-243-2100 for all other inquiries.  For business calls during weekdays between 8 and 4, we can also be reached at  413-243-5530. 

The Lee Police Department is the primarily Agency responsible for all law enforcement activities within the Town of Lee, Massachusetts.  The Agency has a total of 18 staff members that provide professional police services.  This includes a Chief of Police, 3 Sergeants, 9 Patrol Officers, 1 Administrative Assistant and 1 Mental health Co-Responder that provide a full compliment of police services along with 3 Reserve Officers that augment shift coverage and assist with special community events on a part time basis.   

Chief's Mission Statement

As Chief of Police for the Town of Lee, I am very proud of our community and all it has to offer.  It continues to be an honor and privilege to serve our citizens.  I feel very fortunate to have been part of this community for many years.  I graduated from our local High School, raised my own family here and have served with the Lee Police Department approaching 28 years. 

Members of this Agency are dedicated to protecting the vulnerable and reducing crime while providing for the safety and welfare of our citizens and visitors alike. Like me, all staff members care deeply for the community they serve.  They were chosen based on their strong ethics and desire to make a positive difference every day.  Together, we are a full-service law enforcement agency that is committed to maintaining a safe and secure community through service and respect. Our goal remains to deliver high quality and efficient public safety services while working in close cooperation with local government, schools, community groups, businesses, and residents. 

We are committed to this mission while simultaneously supporting a meaningful connection with our community through building on our given trust and keeping a strong focus on small-town community engagement. 

Please take some time to explore our web site and its links to learn more about us and the services we can provide.

Craig W. DeSantis
Chief of Police