The staff of Northwood Police
The Northwood Police Department currently employs a total of ten individuals, consisting of nine full-time staff members and one part-time staff member. The full-time team includes the Chief of Police, one full-time certified Lieutenant (and one that is full time working for the NH National Guard), one Sergeant, four full-time certified patrol officers, and one Administrative Assistant. The part-time staff includes one certified part-time officer, who is currently on medical leave due to a line of duty injury, and one part time officer currently completing training.
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The Northwood Police Department currently employs a total of ten individuals, consisting of nine full-time staff members and one part-time staff member. The full-time team includes the Chief of Police, one full-time certified Lieutenant (and one that is full time working for the NH National Guard), one Sergeant, four full-time certified patrol officers, and one Administrative Assistant. The part-time staff includes one certified part-time officer, who is currently on medical leave due to a line of duty injury, and one part time officer currently completing training.
We are hiring for full time positions and part time positions, please click here for more information.
Please click on any of the underlined names to send an email.
Command staff
Chief Glen Drolet- Chief Drolet began his law enforcement career in 1997 as an agent with the U.S. Border Patrol, where he was stationed in Texas. Following his tenure with the Border Patrol, Chief Drolet returned to New Hampshire, where he was employed by the Rockingham County Sheriff's Department. In 2001, he transitioned to the Northwood Police Department, where he quickly became an integral part of the team. In 2008, Chief Drolet was appointed to the position of Chief of Police, a role in which he has demonstrated exceptional leadership and commitment to the community. In addition to his duties as Chief of Police, Chief Drolet holds multiple instructor certifications and serves as a driving instructor at the New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Council (NH PSTC), where he plays a vital role in shaping the next generation of law enforcement professionals. His dedication to the law enforcement community extends beyond his department; in 2012, Chief Drolet was elected to the Board of Officers for the New Hampshire Association of Chiefs of Police, a position he has held continuously since his election.
Chief Drolet's leadership within the association culminated in his election as President in 2016. He currently serves as the State Association of Chiefs of Police representative to the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), where he advocates for the interests of law enforcement agencies across the state and nation. Throughout his career, Chief Drolet has exemplified dedication to professional development, community service, and the advancement of law enforcement standards both locally and nationally.
Benjamin Stagg- Lieutenant Stagg was sworn in as a Northwood Police Officer in August 2019 at Northwood Town Hall. He graduated from the New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Council (NH PSTC) academy in December 2019.
Lieutenant Shane Wells- On deployment with the National Guard since 2020. Please direct communication for LT. Wells to LT. Stagg.
Joshua Stevens - Sergeant Stevens started with the Northwood Police in Nov 2025.
Chief Drolet's leadership within the association culminated in his election as President in 2016. He currently serves as the State Association of Chiefs of Police representative to the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), where he advocates for the interests of law enforcement agencies across the state and nation. Throughout his career, Chief Drolet has exemplified dedication to professional development, community service, and the advancement of law enforcement standards both locally and nationally.
Benjamin Stagg- Lieutenant Stagg was sworn in as a Northwood Police Officer in August 2019 at Northwood Town Hall. He graduated from the New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Council (NH PSTC) academy in December 2019.
Lieutenant Shane Wells- On deployment with the National Guard since 2020. Please direct communication for LT. Wells to LT. Stagg.
Joshua Stevens - Sergeant Stevens started with the Northwood Police in Nov 2025.
Officers
Full time Officers
Nicholas Kane- Officer Kane served six years in the United States Air Force before being sworn in as a Northwood Police Officer in March 2023. He graduated from the New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Council (NH PSTC) academy in September 2023.
Mary Chaquette- Officer Chaquette graduated from the 199th police academy in April 2025
Patrick Gagliardi- Officer Gagliardi graduated from the 199th police academy in April 2025.
Nathan Crawford - Will be attending NH PSTC academy in January 2026.
Part time officers
Joe Dyrkacz- Officer Dyrkacz - Currently not able to work due to a line of duty injury. Please direct all communication to Cpl. Stagg
David Latchaw- Currently completing part-time field training.
Nicholas Kane- Officer Kane served six years in the United States Air Force before being sworn in as a Northwood Police Officer in March 2023. He graduated from the New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Council (NH PSTC) academy in September 2023.
Mary Chaquette- Officer Chaquette graduated from the 199th police academy in April 2025
Patrick Gagliardi- Officer Gagliardi graduated from the 199th police academy in April 2025.
Nathan Crawford - Will be attending NH PSTC academy in January 2026.
Part time officers
Joe Dyrkacz- Officer Dyrkacz - Currently not able to work due to a line of duty injury. Please direct all communication to Cpl. Stagg
David Latchaw- Currently completing part-time field training.
Administrative Assistant
Wendy Tuttle- Started with Northwood Police Department in 2006 came from Rochester Police Department. Wendy also attended the Part-Time Academy in November 2006.
Animal Control
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