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Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 6h

[AMHERST POLICE, NY] – What is Purple Thursday?

Purple Thursday is a national day of action held each October during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. On this day, people across the country wear purple to:

Honor survivors of domestic violence

#AmherstPoliceNY #PurpleThursday #DVAM

Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 19h

#AmherstPoliceNY #APDCommunityEngagement

Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 1d

#AmherstPoliceNY #APDCommunityEngagement

Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 1d

#AmherstNY
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Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 1d

[AMHERST POLICE, NY] – October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

#AmherstPoliceNY #DVAM #EndDomesticViolence

Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 2d

[AMHERST POLICE, NY] -- MEDIA RELEASE: Shooting Investigation Arrest.

#APDMedia
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Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 2d

[AMHERST POLICE, NY] -- Reminder: Handicap Parking

Please only park in handicap spaces if you have a valid tag or plate clearly displayed. These spots are reserved for those who truly need them. Misuse may lead to a citation.

Our patrols regularly check for proper use.

#AmherstPoliceNY

Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 2d

The Amherst Police are asking for help identifying the person(s) shown in these surveillance photos.

🔹 Have info?
📞 Call: 716-689-1340
🗣️ Voicemail: 716-220-8477
📧 Email: [email protected]
📲 Text: 716-220-TIPS
Ref: AMH #25-045580-LKI

#SaferAmherstTogether
#AmherstPoliceNY

Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 2d

The Amherst Police are asking for help identifying the person(s) shown in these surveillance photos.

🔹 Have info?
📞 Call: 716-689-1360
🗣️ Voicemail: 716-220-8477
📧 Email: [email protected]
📲 Text: 716-220-TIPS
Ref: AMH #25-045757-LWA

#SaferAmherstTogether
#AmherstPoliceNY

Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 3d

Let's Go Bills!

#BuffaloBills
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Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 3d

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Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 3d

The Amherst Police are asking for help identifying the person(s) shown in these surveillance photos.

🔹 Have info?
📞 Call: 716-689-1342
🗣️ Voicemail: 716-220-8477
📧 Email: [email protected]
📲 Text: 716-220-TIPS
Ref: AMH #25-046527-SMI

#SaferAmherstTogether
#AmherstPoliceNY

Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 3d

[AMHERST POLICE, NY] -- MEDIA RELEASE: MISSING PERSON

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Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 3d

The Amherst Police are asking for help identifying the person(s) shown in these surveillance photos.

🔹 Have info?
📞 Call: 716-568-1844
🗣️ Voicemail: 716-220-8477
📧 Email: [email protected]
📲 Text: 716-220-TIPS
Ref: AMH #25-046178-BSE

#SaferAmherstTogether
#AmherstPoliceNY

Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 3d

The fun and scares are happening Thursday, October 17 | 1:00–3:00 pm at Amherst Police Training Facility, 4220 Bailey Ave., Amherst. Reservations Required! Call (716) 636-3051 or visit the Reception Desk to reserve your spot... if you dare. 🕸️

Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 4d

[AMHERST POLICE, NY] – Traffic Advisory - Today the Pulaski Day Parade start at 1:00 PM, with lane and road closures beginning at 12:30 PM. Main Street, from Youngs Road to Union Road, will be closed to traffic during the event.

#AmherstPoliceNY #AmherstNYTraffic

Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 6d

[AMHERST POLICE, NY] --Taken to the Clarence Animal Shelter (716) 407-8912.

#AmherstAnimalControlNY

Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 6d

[AMHERST POLICE, NY] --Taken to the Clarence Animal Shelter (716) 407-8912.

#AmherstAnimalControlNY

Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 7d

Let's Go Buffalo Sabres!

#BuffaloSabres

Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 7d

#VintageAmherstNY

Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 8d

[AMHERST POLICE, NY] – Happy National Pierogi Day! 🥟

In Amherst, we celebrate community, culture, and connection—and today we’re having some fun with our “Pierogi Police” car!

#AmherstPoliceNY #NationalPierogiDay

Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 8d

[AMHERST POLICE, NY] – Today is National Anti-Bullying Day 🛑. Let’s work together to create safe, supportive, and inclusive environments for students and community members. Speak up, stand strong, and be kind—small actions can make a big difference.

#AmherstPoliceNY #StopBullying #BeKind

Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 9d

[AMHERST POLICE, NY] – October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

#AmherstPoliceNY #DVAM #EndDomesticViolence

Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 9d

[AMHERST POLICE, NY] – 👻🎃 Get ready for some spooktacular fun!

Join us for the 4th Annual BOOTASTIC HALLOWEEN BASH on Saturday, October 18th from 11 AM – 2 PM at the Amherst Police Community Policing & Training Facility (4220 Bailey Ave.)

#AmherstPoliceNY #APDCommunityEngagement #

Amherst Police Department @amherstpoliceny.bsky.social · 9d

The Amherst Police are asking for help identifying the person(s) shown in these surveillance photos.

🔹 Have info?
📞 Call: 716-689-1342
🗣️ Voicemail: 716-220-8477
📧 Email: [email protected]
📲 Text: 716-220-TIPS
Ref: AMH #25-045405-SMI

#SaferAmherstTogether
#AmherstPoliceNY