Crime & Safety

How to Obtain a Copy of Your Police Report

Involved in an accident, fight or other incident in which there is a police report? Here's how to obtain it.

The following is from an information sheet produced by the Boston Police Department:

You may obtain a copy of your Boston Police Department incident report at:

Boston Police Headquarters

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1 Schroeder Plaza (if obtaining directions online, use: 1199 Tremont St.)

Roxbury, MA 02120

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Reports are available:

  • In person on the first floor, at the Public Service Unit, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. The nearest MBTA station is Ruggles.
  • By mail. Please send your request in writing to: Boston Police Headquarters, 1 Schroeder Plaza, Roxbury, MA 02120, Attn: Police Reports. Please include information pertinent to the incident, such as: date, location, parties involved, vehicle registration number (if motor vehicle is involved), CC#. There is a $5 search and service fee for all requests done through the mail. Make checks payable to the Boston Police Department.

Questions? Please call: 617-343-4633.

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