Chief's Office

Office of the Chief

Chief James J. Holland is sworn in as the Chief of the Malden Police Department by the Honorable Lee G. Johnson, First Justice of the Malden District Court.

Photo courtesy of the Malden Evening News / Josh London

Chief Holland addresses his family, friends, and members of the Malden Police Department.

Photo courtesy of the Malden Evening News / Josh London

Chief Holland is congratulated by his Honor Richard C. Howard, Mayor of the City of Malden.

Photo courtesy of the Malden Evening News / Josh London

Chief's Biography:

Chief James J. Holland began his law enforcement career 40 years ago, first as a patrolman with the Melrose Police Department, and then as member of Metropolitan District Commission (MDC) Police Department, before finally joining the Malden Police Department in 1975. He was promoted to sergeant in 1977 and attained the rank of lieutenant in 1983. His wife, Maureen Holland, is a Malden Police Detective and his brother is retired Malden Public Schools Superintendent George Holland. Chief Holland's father was a former Malden Police Sergeant, and his grandfather was a former Malden Police Lieutenant.

Mission Statement

The Malden Police Department, in partnership with the community, is committed to improving the quality of life in our city by identifying and solving public safety concerns. The Malden Police Department will protect the lives and safety of its citizens while upholding the law.

Command Staff

Administration

Captain Douglas Perrigo

Patrol Division

Captain John Amirault

Criminal Investigation Division

Captain Thomas Swanson

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