The Westfield State University Police Department is located on Western Avenue. between the Commuter Lot and the main entrance to the university. The Department works to ensure a peaceful quality of life, establish a partnership with the community and support a safe learning environment through fair and impartial policing practices.
The Police Dispatch Center is open 24/7 year-round and can be reached at 413-572-5262.
University Police Officers are empowered by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts General Laws and are certified under the Police Officer Standards and training Commission (POST). All officers enforce state laws, including motor vehicle laws, as well as university rules and regulations and have full powers of arrest.