Aquinnah Police
Aquinnah Police
May 16, 2020
Conch Vessel Ousted From Menemsha Harbor After Grounding Incident
The fishing vessel Miss Jenna and her captain have had their docking privileges revoked in Menemsha harbor following the grounding of the vessel Thursday night off Lobsterville Beach in an apparent alcohol-related incident.
February 27, 2020
Tribe Plans to Build Public Safety Facility
Asserting its sovereignty, the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) has taken preliminary steps to build its own public safety facility on tribal land.
August 7, 2019
Aquinnah Police Commended for Saving a Life
Aquinnah police will receive a formal commendation from the town after a quick response to an incident at Philbin Beach last week.
February 23, 2018
Coast Guard Honors Aquinnah Police Officer
Aquinnah police officer David Murphy received a Meritorious Public Service Award from the U.S. Coast Guard Friday for rescuing a man in Menemsha Pond in October 2016.
December 7, 2017
Reserve Police Officer Training
The Martha’s Vineyard Law Enforcement Council is considering hosting an entry-level training program this winter and spring.
October 24, 2002
Tribe Plan for Police Force Triggers Mediation Talks
A federal mediator yesterday waded into the dispute between
officials in Aquinnah and the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah)
over the tribe's plans to form its own police force.
