(ROWLETT, TX) The Rowlett Police Department today shared the following update and press release regarding a missing person report for Joshua Parker: “First and foremost, we at the Rowlett Police Department would like to thank all agencies and persons who gave time and resources to assist in this investigation. Every investigation is different and […]
In an email to parents on Friday, Feb. 7, the Rockwall ISD said, “In an abundance of caution, you may observe additional law enforcement presence on or near campuses on Monday, Feb. 10. The Rockwall Police Department notified us of individuals who may want to protest local law enforcement at government locations, including the possibility […]
(ROCKWALL, TX) If you’ve ever seen one of these patrol vehicles around Rockwall and wondered who’s behind the wheel, it’s a member of the Rockwall Police Department’s Citizens on Patrol (C.O.P.) – citizen volunteers who either live or work in the City of Rockwall and have successfully completed the Citizens Police Academy and a C.O.P. […]
Suspect Arrested in Texas A & M University Commerce Double Homicide ROWLETT, TX – Today at about 3:15 p.m., the Rowlett Police Department SWAT Team assisted Texas DPS and the Texas Rangers in executing a search and arrest warrant for 21 year old Jacques Dshawn Smith at his residence located in the 8300 blk of […]
Press Release from the City of Rockwall: As indicated in a message from the Rockwall Independent School District (RISD), several schools received calls today (Thursday) which “included profanity and recommended acts of protest” against law enforcement. While the Rockwall Police Department and the Texas Department of Public Safety have indicated to RISD that this is […]
The Rockwall Police Department has designated the front of its Communications Center, located at 205 West Rusk, as a “Safe Trade Zone” for internet purchases and child custody exchange. The area is under 24 hours of surveillance to ensure safety. Blue Ribbon News staff report. Courtesy photos, Rockwall Police Department.
Rockwall City Manager Rick Crowley has selected Max Geron to serve as the new Chief of Police. Crowley said, “Chief Geron brings a great attitude, skill set and broad range of experience, as well great appreciation and respect for the Rockwall Police Department, and the resolve to continue the great tradition of service to our citizens and […]
The Rockwall Police Department was notified by officials with the Rockwall Independent School District of a complaint of a school bus driver who had allegedly taken improper video of children on his bus route. The investigation revealed the driver was using his personal electronic devices to take improper video of female students while the students […]
(AUSTIN, TX – Dec. 3, 2019) Today, the Texas Municipal Police Association (TMPA) proudly endorses Justin Holland for House District 33. “Justin Holland is a sixth-generation Rockwall County resident and has spent nearly a decade serving the public as a City Council member and in the Texas Legislature,” said Deputy Executive Director of Government Affairs Mitch […]
Register by Nov. 20 to be guaranteed a race t-shirt (ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 14, 2019) Blue Ribbon News is proud to once again partner with the Rockwall Police Department and the Rockwall Police Officers Association for the 4th Annual Santa Cops 4 Kids 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run plus Santa Dash and Virtual Race,hosted by PlayTri DFW. The event […]