Chelsea Police Department

PRESS RELEASE
*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE*
Collision Causes Hazardous Fuel Spill, Road Closures on Eastern Avenue
June 23, 2026

Chelsea, MA —On June 23, 2026, at approximately 5AM, Chelsea Police received a call for a motor vehicle accident in the area of 256 Eastern Avenue. Accident involved a fuel truck and a sedan.

Responding officers discovered a black Honda sedan trapped underneath the fuel truck. The two passengers, who suffered minor injuries were able to exit the vehicle on their own. Fuel truck driver did not report any injuries on scene. Occupants of the sedan were then sent to the hospital for further medical attention.

Fuel truck was carrying a full load of fuel and did spill some fuel onto the roadway creating a hazardous and potentially dangerous situation. All traffic on Eastern Avenue was temporarily shut down with nearby businesses evacuated until the scene was made safe by the Chelsea Fire Department and the Mass State Police Truck Team. One lane was later opened to alleviate traffic.

Chief Keith E. Houghton “All parties involved were extremely lucky and I am thankful they will be ok. Officers on scene working along with the Chelsea Fire Dept. and the Mass State Police did a phenomenal job handling the situation and preventing any further danger to the other commuters. A further investigation will be done to determine if any violations were committed.”

The Chelsea Police Department encourages anyone with information to contact us at (617) 466-4800 or submit an anonymous tip via our social media platforms (FB / X / Instagram / www.ChelseaPolice.com) or by calling our tip line at 617-466-4880. Your assistance plays a vital role in keeping our community safe.

Any further inquiries should be directed to the Mass State Police CPAC Unit and the DistrictAttorney’s Office.

https://cms5.revize.com/revize/chelseapolice/news_detail_T4_R221.php

***TRAFFIC ADVISORY***

Eastern Ave. closed Between Crescent Ave. and Bellingham St. Due to a Motor Vehicle Accident.

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🍦🚔 WHEN SCHOOL IS OUT, COPSICLE ONE IS IN! 🚔🍦

The Chelsea Police Department is excited to bring free ice cream for Chelsea kids to Port Park, 99 Marginal Street, thanks to the generous support of our partners at Eastern Salt Company.

Join us at Port Park for some summer fun, community connection, and a sweet treat from Copsicle One!

📍 Where: Port Park, 99 Marginal Street, Chelsea, MA 02150
📅 Last Day of School: Tuesday, June 23
⏰ Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

And DON'T FORGET — we’ll also be there every Wednesday in July and August from 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM until school starts back up again (July 1-August 19). Weather Dependent.

We are grateful to Eastern Salt Company for helping us continue this tradition and giving our officers another fun way to connect with Chelsea families.

Come by, say hello, and grab some ice cream! 🍨💙


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🍦🚔 ¡CUANDO TERMINAN LAS CLASES, LLEGA COPSICLE ONE! 🚔🍦

El Departamento de Policía de Chelsea se complace en llevar helados gratis para los niños de Chelsea a Port Park, 99 Marginal Street, gracias al generoso apoyo de nuestros colaboradores de Eastern Salt Company.

¡Acompáñenos en Port Park para disfrutar de un poco de diversión de verano, conexión con la comunidad y un dulce regalo de Copsicle One!

📍 Dónde: Port Park, 99 Marginal Street, Chelsea, MA 02150
📅 Último día de clases: martes, 23 de junio
⏰ Hora: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Y NO OLVIDEN — también estaremos allí todos los miércoles de julio y agosto, de 3:30 PM a 5:30 PM, hasta que comiencen las clases nuevamente (1 de julio al 19 de agosto). Sujeto al clima.

Estamos muy agradecidos con Eastern Salt Company por ayudarnos a continuar esta tradición y por brindarles a nuestros oficiales otra manera divertida de conectarse con las familias de Chelsea.

¡Pase a saludarnos y disfrute de un helado! 🍨💙

***UPDATE 6-22-26***
Our ACO was able to re-locate this Turtle to a loving foster who is familiar with these turtles! Thanks everyone!
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Hi! I may be lost 🐢

I was found on Orange St. today. Did anyone lose me? I could just be out for a stroll and gotten lost in the city.

Please call CPD 617-466-4805 if anyone recognizes me!

Happy Father’s Day from the Chelsea Police Department 💙

Today, we recognize and celebrate all the fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, father figures, and mentors who show up every day with love, guidance, strength, and support.

We also extend a special thank you to the dads within our department and across public safety who continue to serve our community while balancing the important role they play at home.

To every father and father figure: thank you for the impact you make in your families and in our community.

Happy Father’s Day! 👔💙

***UPDATE: 6-21-26***
Pup is currently being temporarily fostered until its' owner can be located.
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🐾 Hi, I’m Lost — Can You Help Me Get Home? 🐾

Hi everyone, I’m a friendly male dog who was found this morning at approximately 0900 hours near the intersection of Webster Avenue and Broadway by one of Chelsea’s local firefighters.

I’m currently safe and hanging out with the Chelsea Police Department while they help me find my family.

I’m a medium-sized, stocky male dog with a dark brindle coat, a short tail, and a big happy face. I appear to be a bulldog/bully-type mix, but I’m hoping my humans recognize me right away.

If you know who I belong to, or have any information that can help get me home, please contact the Chelsea Police Department at 617-466-4800.

Thanks for sharing and helping me find my way back home. 💙🐶

Today, the Chelsea Police Department joins our community in recognizing Juneteenth, a day that marks a defining moment in American history.

On June 19, 1865, enslaved people in Galveston, Texas were informed of their freedom, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth stands as a powerful reminder of freedom, resilience, justice, and the ongoing work of building a more equal society.

As we reflect on the importance of this day, we honor Black history, culture, strength, and the many contributions of Black Americans here in Chelsea and across the nation.

Community members are invited to attend the Juneteenth Food & Music Festival hosted by Chelsea Black Community, in partnership with the City of Chelsea, today from 12 PM to 5 PM at Washington Park, 368 Washington Avenue. The event is free and open to the public.

For more information, visit:
https://www.chelseama.gov/news_detail_T2_R904.php

CHELSEA wants to wish everyone a Happy Flag Day!

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