The mission of the Medford Township Police Department is to prevent crime, uphold the law, safeguard the rights of all, and serve the needs of our community with unwavering integrity, respect, and fairness.
On behalf of the members of the Medford Township Police Department, I would like to welcome you to our digital footprint.
The men and women of the Medford Township Police Department are dedicated and well trained law enforcement professionals who stand ready to provide the best law enforcement services possible to all people. We are committed to building strong, sustainable relationships to make Medford a desirable place to live, work and visit. The Medford Township Police Department is dedicated to providing quality policing and committed to enhancing the quality of life of our community members. It is our great honor to serve you and I look forward to hearing suggestions on how we can better improve our service to the community.
Chief William Dunleavy
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Cpl. Matson
Corporal Christopher Matson began his career with the Medford Township Police Department in 2003 as a Class 1 Special Police Officer and was shortly after cross trained as a Communication’s Officer. Corporal Matson attended the 17th class of the Gloucester County Police Academy, graduating in 2005. In early 2006 Corporal Matson was hired as a full-time police officer, serving in the Field Operations Division. During Corporal Matson’s time in Field Operations, he has served as an EMT, Field Training Officer, Honor Guard Member, Special Response Team Operator, and Firearms Instructor. In 2018 Corporal Matson was reassigned to the Criminal Investigations Division, serving as a detective. In 2024 Corporal Matson was assigned as the school resource officer at Burlington County Institute of Technology. In 2026 Corporal Matson moved back to Field Operations Division, currently serving as Corporal.
New Jersey’s Move Over Law
Every minute of every day emergency responders across the country work tirelessly to help save lives at the scene of traffic incidents.
Every year hundreds of emergency responders representing fire, law enforcement, emergency medical services, towing and transportation agencies are struck and either injured or killed while responding.
The majority of drivers do not know to move over and slow down when they see responders working on our roadways.
New Jersey’s Move Over law, requires motorists to “Move Over” and change lanes to provide a safe distance for law enforcement officers or other responders on roadsides.