Christopher Cook
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Chief of Police/Director of Public Safety @WSPDTX • Retired Deputy Police Chief @ArlingtonPD • Best selling author of The Art of Strategic Communication
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My name is Chris Cook
I’m a police officer
I treat people with compassion and respect
I love my community
It’s a calling
I’m also a father
I’m a husband
Outside of work, I’m a photographer
I stand with the thousands of good officers making a difference
#RelationalPolicing
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I am honored to take on this new leadership role as the next Chief of Police for
@WSPD_TX
My final day with
@ArlingtonPD
will be Sunday, April 3, 2022.
I am so thankful for the many opportunities with APD and look forward to new journey
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It’s not a good idea to drive a stolen car in our city when there are no other cars on the road… We will likely find you fast. Suspect stole car while it was running when woman ran inside to grab a jacket near Crowley Road.
@fortworthpd
entered the car as stolen fast! Arrested!
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Going back through some memories on my phone of Officer Darrin McMichael on my phone that we posted at APD. We worked a lot of Six Flags events together and he was always in department photos based upon his dedication and service to community! Heartbroken for the APD family, his
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No words needed as this powerful photo speaks for itself as a sea of blue stand shoulder to shoulder to honor
@NYPDnews
#NeverForget
Detective Jason Rivera and Police Officer Wilbert Mora.
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Definitely some wind damage in our city with tree uprooted in 100 block of Saddle and leaning into utility pole lines, fences down in some neighborhoods, and major roof damage to business in 1500 block of S. Cherry.
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Thank you
@dallascowboys
for honoring First Responders, Police, Fire, & EMS.
It was truly a privilege to hold the USA 🇺🇸 Flag during the National Anthem performed by Trumpeter Freddie Jones.
#DallasCowboys
#HonorGuard
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Please keep our officer in your thoughts and prayers. Thank you.
APD working a critical incident in 1700 block of W. Randol Mill Rd. that occurred 10:09 pm during a traffic stop. One of our officers was struck by gunfire & transported to a hospital. One suspect was struck by gunfire & transported to hospital.
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We will
#NeverForget
@ArlingtonPD
Officer Jillian Michelle Smith
End of Watch: December 28, 2010
Her story:
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We would ask for your thoughts and prayers today for one of our Police Officers who broke their ankle this morning during a struggle with a suspect while assisting Westworth Village. During the struggle, the suspect who was fleeing from a Westworth Village Police Officer,
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#BackTheBLUEbonnets
outtakes and bloopers.
It’s always nice to let your hair down a bit, have fun and humanize the badge.
These officers are some of the nicest you’ll ever meet!
Everyone knows you can’t mow our state flower, right? (No bluebonnets harmed in this post!) 😎
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We wanted to provide you with the happy ending to the story involving an 84-year old woman who was being scammed out of $40,000. Sgt. James Stewart, who initially responded to the call, presented her with a check for $23,900 that was recovered from the bitcoin ATM. Sgt. Stewart
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Today, we cover our badges to honor the life and service of
@DallasPD
Police Officer Mitchell Penton
Badge
#11654
EOW: February 13, 2021
#NeverForgotten
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Yet again, another blatant disregard for public safety today by this suspect who fled from officers. We need stiffer penalties for criminals who evade officers in a vehicle. If you know who this guy is, give him up 817-246-7070 or 817-469-TIPS
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I wanted to share that I was accepted into
@TarletonState
@TarletonCCJSS
Doctoral program!
I received the exiting news from Dr. Alex del Carmen
@dcconsultingtx
I have been waiting for the right traditional Ph.D. Criminology program since finishing my M.A.
@utarlington
in 2008
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Listening to
@ChiefArlington
and
@fwpdchiefnoakes
and
@DPDChiefGarcia
and
@ChiefScesney
with
@ArlingtonPD
@fortworthpd
@DallasPD
@GrandPrairiePD
talk about how law enforcement is helping to bolster community trust and build positive relationships at
@TheIACP
PIO Conference
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Congrats to
@zhicook
who was sworn in
@MansfieldPDTX
as their new media relations PIO & Social Media Coordinator.
She will represent
@NIOA
,
@TheIACP
. & will still serve as a consultant
@MjrCitiesChiefs
.
Thank you to
@MansfieldChief
Tracy Aaron!
You’ve made a great choice!
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Open letter to the community on my one year anniversary with the City of White Settlement. "Hey neighbors! I cannot believe that it has been a year since retiring from Arlington as a Deputy Police Chief and taking the helm at WSPD when City Manager Jeff James appointed me to this
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The day is finally here… a day we’ve been waiting for… Air Show ops start today for military and veterans with public viewing on base starting Saturday and Sunday.
#BlueAngels
#WingsOverCowtown
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Drum 🥁 Roll Please...
Join me in congratulating
@ArlingtonPD
Chief of Police AL JONES for being formally sworn in today at City Hall by Maribel Padron as a City Secretary’s Office representative.
He passed his
@TCOLE
test yesterday and so it’s official!!!!
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Thankful for collaboration of local, state & federal partners who responded to assist w/school shooting. Shout out to PIOs
@TimCiesco
@ATFDallas
Sara Abel,
@FBIDallas
Katie Chaumont,
@GrandPrairiePD
Mark Beseda,
@MansfieldPDTX
,
@TxDPS
, & others and
@FBI
for crime scene assistance
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Take a moment to tell your local law enforcement officers how much you appreciate them today.
North Texas is home to an amazing group of agencies and officers who go out each and every day to serve all of us with excellence.
#LawEnforcementAppreciationDay
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We are experiencing icy roads in our city. Working a major crash northbound Loop 820 at Clifford causing significant delays in the area. Bridges and overpasses are considered treacherous. People must slow down when approaching elevated surfaces.
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I, along with area Chiefs, have
@WSPDTX
Officers with
@fortworthpd
@ArlingtonPD
@BurlesonPolice
Everman PD,
@lakeworthpd
@tarrantcountyso
supporting
@HaltomCityPD
after multiple officers are recovering from being shot. We stand in solidarity and are here to help in anyway we can!
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Inside
@CityOfArlington
Esports Stadium! Wow! This is huge and can accommodate up to 2,500 people.
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1/3 Wow… I’m speechless on the amount of support received from our local, state and federal partners during my swearing-in ceremony. It was standing room only with over 200 colleagues, community members, friends and family present. Thank you for your outpouring of support!
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Thank you for all the texts, phone calls, and messages on social media over the past week. Special thanks to
@MansfieldChief
@ChiefScesney
@ChiefDye
@commisshill
@HawthorneChief
@fwpdchiefnoakes
@BurlesonChief
@BillWaybourn
@IrvingPDChief
Will Johnson, and other Chiefs.
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Today is a big day! I am excited to announce that a project, which has taken three and half years to come to fruition, has arrived... Book launch day!
This project started following testimony provided on July 8, 2020 to the President's Commission on Law Enforcement and the
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The PIO is an invaluable part of police transparency
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You may have noticed the huge blue and yellow aircraft at the southeast corner of the base flight line, nicknamed "Fat Albert,” a Lockheed Martin C-130T Hercules. The Skipper repositioned the plane to serve as a static equipment display and reminder of the Marine Corps mission to
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I always say… perks of growing up and working in a military and defense contractor community is the ability to take a lunch break and watch and hear the sounds of freedom roaring throughout the skies. God bless the USA and our allies. Thankful for the tremendous partnerships
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A good friend and mentor gave me this coin many years ago.
I’ve kept it secure in my wallet ever since.
Thank you to everyone who sees the nobility in policing and countless officers across 🇺🇸 who serve with compassion to make a positive difference in our world.
#OathOfHonor
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Vehicle pursuit on suspect who had a felony warrant out of Southlake and ran from
@WSPDTX
officers after alerting on our Flock license plate reader.
During the initial attempt to stop the vehicle, the suspect rammed the controlling supervisor’s Tahoe causing damage.
StarChase
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With our town being rich in western heritage and culture with early pioneers making the trek to the untamed west as early as the 1830, I am authorizing all police officers to wear western-style hats in performance of their duties. The department is thankful for the generous
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The Cook Family wishes you and yours a wonderful and
#HappyEaster
today. We celebrate the resurrection of Christ.
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Hope everyone is remaining safe and warm during this winter storm. Don’t get out unless you absolutely have too… many stuck cars and crashes across our cities today.
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Saw some familiar faces representing our Heroes this evening in Austin.
@ArtAcevedo
and
@TroyFinner
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Thank you
@ArlingtonPD
for the commemorative plaque recognizing my service with the nationally recognized APD Honor Guard.
I was fortunate to serve alongside the best of the best, at every rank during my career, with the Honor Guard.
Keep representing our noble profession!
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It’s been so long since we have seen snow! I know all my friends up north are laughing right now, but this is Mansfield, Texas folks!!! Got to enjoy it! Hope the kiddos and 4-legged furry friends enjoy today!
#dfwwx
#wfaaweather
#NBCDFWWeather
#Fox4weather
#CBS11wx
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We have multiple officers who volunteered to work overnight in Sansom Park to cover patrol duties and calls for service. We continue to pray for their blue family and the officer injured.
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Happy Sunday folks. I caught an Alaskan bald eagle off the coast of Ketchikan last year with dinner in his talons.
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Please join me in officially congratulating “Chief of Police” Tim Denison for his impending appointment as the next Police Chief for the
@MineralWellsPD
We are extremely proud of Tim and know that he will do great things!
I’ve known & worked with Tim for more than two decades
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Thank you
@RetiredIPDChief
Jeff Spivey for the invitation to accept an appointment to the
@CPIDallas
Caruth Police Institute Executive Advisory Board. This is an honor and privilege to serve with this esteemed group of leaders who are making a positive difference in policing!
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3/3 It was a fun and memorable event that I’ll never forget! Thank you
@WSPD_TX
for making me feel right at home!
#PathForward
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I am thankful that
@TheIACP
2021 PIO Section Midyear Conference was a huge success. We were able to connect with almost 150 police chiefs, executives, and communication professionals over the past three days. Thank you
@ATTStadium
for the hospitality and event space!
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A headline caught my attention
@PoliceOne
“Is the PIO obsolete?”
Intrigued, I read it. I disagree w/PIOs being or becoming obsolete. The points raised should already be done as a PIO or PIO team... it’s called strategy, vision & being an excellent PIO!
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As a native Texan, I never remember this much snow/ice, brutal cold, coupled with extensive power outages, issues with water, & the hardships/despair that many are having to endure for days. Praying for those without power & water tonight. Thankful 4
@MansfieldPDTX
@ArlingtonPD
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Attended the Candlelight Vigil for
@GrandPrairiePD
Officer A.J. Castaneda, a fellow brother in blue.
In times like these, we stand in solidarity to honor their life and legacy.
It was amazing looking at the sea of lights as
@ChiefDye
spoke.
#NeverForgotten
#AJCastaneda
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We responded to assist Lockheed Martin and Naval Air Station on a military aircraft crash where the pilot ejected. Update on pilot is that they are safe and under observation. Grateful for this news. We have opened up perimeter roads in the area.
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At the hospital supporting
@tarrantcountyso
Sheriff
@BillWaybourn
and the TCSO family this evening after one of their deputies was shot in the line of duty.
The
@WSPDTX
stands in solidarity with TCSO and is praying for a speedy recovery.
Thank you
@fortworthpd
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Welcome Chief Jones to the APD family!
We join the
@CityOfArlington
in welcoming our newly appointed Police Chief Al Jones, who is currently a Colonel with
@BaltCoPolice
He will begin his career leading Arlington’s Finest in January 11, 2021.
Welcome aboard Chief Jones!
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Our
@WSPDTX
public safety team including police and fire are honored to attend the First Responder Appreciation
@Rangers
game today! Thank you
@RangerBlake
for hosting public safety from across the region!
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Our Traffic Unit conducting a pilot project with a converted Dodge Charger with subdued graphics to deter egregious and reckless driving behaviors on the freeway.
Focus will be on road rage, excessive speeding, racing, unsafe lane changes, passing on shoulders, and tailgating!
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We will never forget the service of
@ArlingtonPD
Officer Jillian Michelle Smith who gave her life protecting an innocent child on December 28, 2010.
#NeverForgotten
#AlwaysRemembered
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#Truth
⬇️
“Everytime a PIO promotes themselves, they lose a chance to highlight their department in addition to losing a chance to connect a member of the organization with the community” -
@JEricKowalczyk
“Too many PIOs are focused on their own identity”
#NIOA2019
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We offer our deepest condolences and full support to the
@ArlingtonPD
family. Our team joined me at the hospital this morning to extend our support. I knew the officer personally, and this is a tough day for our North Texas community and profession. The officer was a consummate
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Welcome to
@TheIACP
Public Information Officer's Section First Session with
@JPeterDonald
briefing executives on Chelsea bombing.
#IACP2016
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Today is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.
This month also marks 25 years since I started the Police Academy.
We have lost many heroes over the years.
Do your part and thank an officer today.
This makes them feel appreciated for the work and service they provide.
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Attending National Night Out parties all across our beautiful
@CityOfArlington
with
@ArlingtonPD
Our communities are stronger because of our citizen participation and partnerships.
#NationalNightOut
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Thank you
@TheIACP
attendees for making 2018
#PIOMidYear
a huge success!
Surpassing the 200 mark didn’t happen by chance... Focus since 2015 was to revitalize the PIO Section including our training & networking opportunities.
Mission accomplished!
@NYPDnews
were great hosts!
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It’s a small world when you receive an award & your better half receives an award during the same ceremony!
Congrats to
@zhicook
with
@MansfieldPDTX
for receiving the Officer of the Year from
@poaforg
for your hard work and dedication.
Blessed are the peacemakers! Matthew 5:9
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Today marks my 25th year since I started my law enforcement career as a recruit for Class
#64
@TCCollege
in 1995.
I worked at
@tarrantcountyso
&
@WSPD_TX
before joining
@ArlingtonPD
on Jan 17, 2005 which marks my 15-year anniversary with APD Academy Class
#28
.
#NobleProfession
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Join me in congratulating
@ArlingtonPD
Officer Sylvester Brown on his retirement today with 20 years of service, with the vast majority of that time devoted to our
@ArlingtonISD
School Resource Officer program. Enjoy your retirement after a rewarding career!
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My heart is saddened to hear that Chief David Kunkle passed away. He was truly an amazing man and leader. This photo was taken in April 2021 when Chief Kunkle donated his badges and police memorabilia to the
@ArlingtonPD
museum. On behalf of our
@WSPDTX
team, we extend the
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Attended the service of
@MesquitePD_TX
Officer Richard L. Houston II today.
End of Watch: December 3, 2021
#NeverForgotten
“There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends” - John 15:13
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Some photos from around town of our Entertainment District. If you have to be out, please take it slow. Our officers have responded to 20 major crashes, 9 minor, 7 hit & runs, and 22 assist motorists since 10 pm last night.
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Sgt. Kaila Sullivan.
End of Watch: December 10, 2019
This is really appalling & unbelievable that a suspect who killed a police officer, was on the run resulting in a Blue Alert, & currently out on other felony bonds was given a $150K bond!
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Great
@NorthTXPIO
Group Luncheon with
@fortworthpd
@BedfordTXPD
@NRHPD
@GrandPrairiePD
@GarlandPD
@GrapevinePolice
@DallasPD
@zhicook
@atmosenergy
@ArlingtonPD
@MidlothianPD
Networking & sharing best practices in your area PIO group is vital and important.
#NorthTexasPIOGroup
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What a great turnout this evening at
#WeAreRelated
I’m thankful to work for an agency that values diversity, faith and inclusion. I had so many people come up and genuinely care about working together to bring about positive change. I stand with my community. I will do my part.
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Who’s ready for the Air Show??? We certainly are!!! Beautiful sunrise this morning with our
@WSPDTX
team in position at 6 am. It may be a long day, but these officers don’t mind at all! Great partnership with
@NASFortWorthJRB
and Wings Over Cowtown Air Show.
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We had a great turnout with our North Texas PIO Luncheon which enables better networking, sharing of ideas, & keeping PIOs in the loop.
#BestPractices
@nioa
@TheIACP
@MjrCitiesChiefs
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Just had a police pursuit where suspect wrecked out. He ran on foot and is now in custody! Armed robbery suspect in multiple offenses in White Settlement and Benbrook. No innocent people injured and no other damages other than stolen car and park fence.
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Officers Seeking Public’s Help After Homeowner Is Shot At Twice During Vehicle Burglary Attempt – Video Release
The White Settlement Police Department responded to multiple calls of shots fired at 1:52 a.m. on Sunday, April 30, 2023 in the 8200 block of Sussex Street. As officers
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The precision of the
@GrandPrairiePD
Honor Guard was superb today as they honored their fallen colleague.
We stand in solidarity with their team.
#TeamBlue
We will always remember Officer A.J. Castaneda.
#NeverForgotten
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My good friend & colleague
@chMtnViewPD
Chris Hsiung knows his stuff. He’s one of the first trendsetters that I met in 2013 along w/
@zpPAPD
that have made significant investments in our profession. He’s co-presenting with
#LESM
expert
@katienelson210
on best practices
#IACP2019
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Please keep our brothers and sisters from
@DallasPD
in your thoughts and prayers today as they mourn the loss of one of their officers.
Our Chief of Police
@ChiefArlington
Al Jones has offered any & all assistance as needed
Our
@ArlingtonPD
Honor Guard is also available to help
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After a full day of rain, we were rewarded with a full rainbow to the East and gorgeous sunset to the West.
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Driver lost control and struck a residence in 400 block of Parkside Drive on Friday night at 9:12 p.m. The driver, described as a young male wearing dark clothing, was last seen running northbound on Judd. A handgun was also found in the floorboard. The investigation is
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Take the time to thank a police officer, sheriff’s deputy, and state trooper today.
#NationalLawEnforcementAppreciationDay
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We are assisting Westworth Village PD on a house explosion in 5600 block of Watters in their city. Active scene with Fort Worth Fire leading the investigation into the cause.
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Excited to host
@TheIACP
Public Information Officers Section Midyear Conference in
@CityOfArlington
@ATTStadium
May 24-26, 2021. Huge action-packed agenda that you do not want to miss.
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It’s a scam that occurs too often in North Texas. A stolen truck where the thieves flipped the vin, created a fictitious title after placing a fake paper tag, and sold it as a “2019 GMC PKUP” for $34K cash on Facebook… unfortunately the victim fell prey
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#MerryChristmas
from our
@WSPDTX
family to yours! Your WSPD’s Finest spreading a little holiday cheer with our fancy blue and reds!
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Thinking of all our First Responders, Medical Professionals, & PIOs who are on the front line providing public safety, health services & critical info to our communities.
Stay the course. Be humble. Show kindness.
It’s been a long week but you represent the hope for the world
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Celebrating the life and legacy of
@DallasPD
Officer Mitchell Aaron Penton, Badge
#11654
.
End of Watch: February 13, 2021.
He leaves behind his wife, an unborn son, another son, many family, countless friends and his brothers and sisters in blue.
#NeverForgotten
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Wow! This brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for sharing this special moment
@IrvingPDChief
@IrvingPD
Grateful for our men and women in blue and those serving in our military!
All swearing-ins are special but every once in a while one tugs at your ❤️strings a little more than others. Yesterday, at Off. Benning's swearing-in she was surprised by her son, who has been stationed over seas & has not seen in over 2 yrs, would be the one pinning her badge
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Congratulations to our newly promoted Sergeant… Lana Cook. She will do great things for our agency and profession.
#FutureLeaders
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Some recent flying around town this past week
@NASFortWorthJRB
. The Wings Over Cowtown Air Show is less than a week away!
Have a great Sunday!
📸 Keith Snyder
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This cold weather doesn’t mean that crime stops. Our
@WSPDTX
team just coordinated with
@fortworthpd
to take down an occupied stolen car that entered our city and ended up at the QT at S. Las Vegas Trail and I.H. 30 service road. Excellent collaboration between the two
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