The Cohasset Police Department’s Natural Resources Unit exists to protect, preserve, promote and manage the natural resources, waters and wild animal resources of the Towns of Cohasset and Norwell and ensures the public safety for all residents and visitors alike that utilize these resources year-round, through education and enforcement of local, state and federal environmental, maritime and domestic animal laws.
Natural Resources Officer Josh Kimball serves as our regional Natural Resources Officer (NRO). He handles calls for service in Cohasset and Norwell. NRO Kimball falls under the department’s Special Operations Division and works closely with the Massachusetts Environmental Police, Cohasset Harbormaster, neighboring Police Department Marine Units, the MSPCA, New England Wildlife Center, Animal Rescue League of Boston, and the Cohasset and Norwell Boards of Health as well as the Cohasset and Norwell Conservation Commissions in order to promote and ensure public health and safety as well as environmental protection. Officer Kimball is also a sworn Cohasset and Norwell Police Officer with full police authority in both Towns.
Natural Resources Services:
- Fish & Game Law Enforcement
- Animal Control and Humane Law Enforcement
- Marine Patrol
- Barn/Livestock Inspections
Hours of Operation/Contact Information
Officer Kimball generally works Monday – Friday 8AM-4PM, however hours could vary during hunting seasons.
Non-Emergency – (781) 383-1055 ext.6125
Emergency – (781) 383-1212 or 9-1-1
You can also reach Officer Kimball by e-mail at jkimball@cohassetpolice.com
Natural Resources cannot assist with deceased animals on private property or nuisance wildlife animals in your home/on your property. That is the responsibility of the property owner. Licensed Problem Animal Control Agents (PAC Agents) can be found by clicking here https://www.mass.gov/service-details/problem-animal-control-agents
Helpful Links
Massachusetts Hunting Regulations
Massachusetts Freshwater Fishing Regulations