Rockwall police report significant drop in overall crime rate

ROCKWALL (February 19, 2014) While the City of Rockwall has almost doubled in both population and commercial businesses along the I-30 Corridor in the last 10 years, it has also seen a tremendous reduction in its overall crime rate. Police Chief Mark Moeller reported to City Council on Monday, February 17, 2014, that the Overall Crime […]

Rockwall policeman among Texas’ top 10 officers recognized for making most DWI arrests

(ROCKWALL-February 28, 2013) Rockwall Police Officer Marty Arrowood was recognized recently by the Texas Municipal Police Association as one of the top 10 officers in the State of Texas with the most Driving While Intoxicated arrests in 2012. Presenting the award to Officer Arrowood is Caleb Williams of the state association. “We congratulate Officer Arrowood […]

Rockwall police capture serial home burglary suspects

(Rockwall) September 7, 2012 –  On Thursday, September 6, at approximately 8:45 am, officers with the Rockwall Police Department arrested four people believed to be the suspects in a series of residential burglaries. Over the past two and a half weeks, multiple reports of weekday burglaries were received from residents of Rockwall.  In each of […]

DWI No Refusal Program in force over Labor Day weekend

(Rockwall County) August 22, 2012 – Law enforcement agencies from across Rockwall County will conduct a DWI No Refusal Program during the upcoming Labor Day holiday.  This is a program whereby warrants will be sought to draw blood from individuals who are suspected of driving while intoxicated and have refused to provide a breath or […]

McKinney to participate in Click It or Ticket Campaign

Avoid ticket, increase safety by wearing seat belts (McKinney) May 22, 2012 – With Memorial Day weekend and the summer driving season on the horizon, it’s more important than ever for Texans to keep themselves and each other safe on the road. That’s why the McKinney Police Department is joining forces once again with the […]

Lewisville Police Department presents annual awards

(Lewisville) Police officer Chris Clements was named the 2011 Officer of the Year at the annual Lewisville Police Department awards reception on Feb. 29. Other top honorees were Lt. Dan Rochelle, Supervisor of the Year; Patricia Cryer, Civilian of the year; and Grace Lemmonds, Civilian Supervisor of the Year. The department also presented Marksmanship Awards […]

City of Irving achieves record-low crime rate

The Irving Police Department reports that crime in Irving has declined for the eighth consecutive year, according to a city newsletter released yesterday. Irving’s crime rate decreased an additional 12 percent in 2011, with significant reductions in the robbery and theft categories. Residents can keep track of crime in their neighborhoods with CrimeReports. This new […]

46-year Rockwall County resident, law veteran to run for Constable

(Rockwall County) Trey Chaney has announced his candidacy for Rockwall County Constable, Precinct 2.  Chaney is a 46-year resident of Rockwall County and is running on the basic principles of integrity, in serving the people of the community in which he and his family live.  Chaney prides himself in his record of experience both in business […]

Wylie to celebrate National Night Out Oct. 4

(Wylie) The Wylie Police and Fire Departments invite residents to join them in a National Night Out Celebration from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 4 in Olde City Park. Come enjoy music, hotdogs, bounce houses and more as residents are encouraged to join together in community spirit then return to your homes later, turn on your porch lights […]

Police officer honored by TxDOT for DWI enforcement

(Lewisville) Lewisville police officer Chris Clements recently was named the Texas Department of Transportation’s “Impaired Driving Enforcement Officer of the Year” (for an agency with 51 to 300 officers) at a ceremony in San Antonio. Clements is one of two dedicated DWI/Traffic Officers in Lewisville. He volunteered for work hours that make him available during the time […]