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Posted on: May 24, 2023

Memorial Day Closings

Veterans Day PD Closing

Police Administration and City offices will be closed on Monday, May 29, 2023 in observance of Memorial Day. Offices will reopen on Tuesday, May 30th at 8:00 a.m.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and want to remind everyone that our emerge...

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Posted on: May 22, 2023

Now Hiring

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?? We're looking for passionate individuals to join our team as a 911 Dispatcher! ??

If you're quick-thinking, detail-oriented, and dedicated to public safety, this may be the job for you! As a 911 Dispatcher, you'll be responsib...

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Posted on: April 12, 2023

Public Safety Telecommunicator's Week

Alexis Ballard

National Public Safety Communicators Week is here (April 9-15)!

This special week is dedicated to honoring the unsung heroes behind the scenes - our incredible dispatchers who work tirelessly to keep our communities safe. 

To celebrate their dedica...

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Posted on: April 12, 2023

Public Safety Telecommunicator's Week

Erin Luce

???? National Public Safety Communicators Week is here (April 9-15)! ????

This special week is dedicated to honoring the unsung heroes behind the scenes - our incredible dispatchers who work tirelessly to keep our communities safe. 

To celebrate th...

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Posted on: April 12, 2023

Public Safety Telecommunicator's Week

Kloe Coleman

National Public Safety Communicators Week is here (April 9-15)!

This special week is dedicated to honoring the unsung heroes behind the scenes - our incredible dispatchers who work tirelessly to keep our communities safe. 

To celebrate their dedica...

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Posted on: April 12, 2023

Public Safety Telecommunicator's Week

Rubi Cervantes

???? National Public Safety Communicators Week is here (April 9-15)! ????

This special week is dedicated to honoring the unsung heroes behind the scenes - our incredible dispatchers who work tirelessly to keep our communities safe. ????

To celebrate their d...

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Posted on: April 12, 2023

Public Safety Telecommunicator's Week

Dispatcher Olivia Barker

???? National Public Safety Communicators Week is here (April 9-15)! ????

This special week is dedicated to honoring the unsung heroes behind the scenes - our incredible dispatchers who work tirelessly to keep our communities safe. ????

To celebrate their d...

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Posted on: April 10, 2023

Public Safety Telecommunicator's Week

Chuck Blalock

This special week is dedicated to honoring the unsung heroes behind the scenes - our incredible dispatchers who work tirelessly to keep our communities safe. To celebrate their dedication and commitment, we will be showcasing a daily feature on a differen...

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Posted on: April 6, 2023

Silver Alert

Silver Alert Missing Person Joy Edwards

UPDATE (April 6, 2023 - 10:52 a.m.) Joy Edwards was dropped off in Buffalo, Texas last night. Please see the updated image below.

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April 6, 2023 - A Silver Alert has been issued for Joy ...

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Posted on: March 8, 2023

Palestine Man in Custody Following Standoff

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PALESTINE, Texas (March 8, 2023)-One Suspect is in jail following a twelve-hour standoff with law enforcement that began early Wednesday morning.  

Just before 2 a.m. on Wednesday, March 8th, Officers from the Palestine Police Department were disp...

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Posted on: March 7, 2023

Police Investigating Murder, Seeking Wanted Suspect

Wanted for Murder - Joseph Christopher Cole

PALESTINE, Texas (March 3, 2023) - A Houston Man is wanted for Murder after a Palestine woman was shot and killed Thursday night.

Just before 10 p.m. on Thursday, March 2nd, Officers from the Palestine Police Department were dispatched to a residence in th...

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Posted on: February 26, 2023

Police Investigating Deceased Person Found in Creek

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PALESTINE, Texas (February 26, 2023) – Just after 5:30 pm on Sunday, February 26th, Officers from the Palestine Department responded to a wooded area off of Highway 155 near Loop 256 after a landowner observed what appeared to be a body in a cre...

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Posted on: February 8, 2023

Warrant Service Leads to Drug Bust

Mark Kimbrough

PALESTINE, Texas (February 8, 2023) - A Palestine man is in jail after being found in possession of a large amount of suspected methamphetamine during a warrant arrest Wednesday morning.Just before 3 a.m. on Wednesday, February 8th, Corporal Allen with th...

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Posted on: February 8, 2023

Palestine Man Arrested After Fleeing on Bicycle

Rashad Brookings

Palestine Man Arrested After Fleeing on Bicycle

PALESTINE, Texas (February 8, 2023) - One man is in custody after causing a disturbance and fleeing from Police on a bicycle Monday afternoon. 

Just after 12:30 p.m. on Monday, February 6th, a PPD Off...

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Posted on: January 25, 2023

Palestine Police Arrest Vehicle Burglary Suspect

Joshua Yelverton

PALESTINE, Texas (January 24, 2023) - A Palestine man is in jail following a reported vehicle burglary Tuesday afternoon. 

Just after 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 24th, Officers from the Palestine Police Department responded to the 900 block of C...

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Posted on: January 12, 2023

Teacher Arrested for Improper Relationship with a Student

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PALESTINE, Texas (January 12, 2023) – A Palestine High School teacher was arrested for an improper relationship with a student. 

On Wednesday, January 12th, the Palestine Police Department received an initial report of an improper relati...

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Posted on: January 9, 2023

PPD Arrests Two After Child Abuse Investigation

Maycie Holbrook (1)

PALESTINE, Texas (Jan. 9, 2023)-Two Palestine residents are in jail for Injury to a Child and other charges following an investigation by the Palestine Police Department. 

Just before 8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 6th, Officer Brandenberger from th...

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Posted on: December 30, 2022

Two Individuals Wanted

Picture of Dantrell Beasley and Ja'Maurius manning

*Update*- Manning has turned himself in and is in custody at the Houston County Jail.These individuals are wanted in connection to the recent convenience store robberies in Palestine.Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Dantrell Beasley or Ja'Mau...

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Posted on: November 1, 2022

Palestine Police Arrest Burglary Suspect

Weatherford James

PALESTINE, Texas (November 1, 2022) – The Palestine Police Department has arrested a burglar who was caught in the act early Saturday morning. 

Just after 4:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 29th, Officers from the Palestine Police Department responded...

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Posted on: August 29, 2022

PPD Arrests Registered Sex Offender for Indecency with a Child

Jobie Taylor

PALESTINE, Texas (August 29, 2022)- A Palestine man has been arrested after he exposed himself to multiple children Sunday evening. 

Just before 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 28th, PPD Officers responded to the 2100 block of W. Point Tap in referenc...

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Posted on: August 18, 2022

Two Men Arrested During Animal Cruelty Investigation

Dakota L Cox & Dennis L Cox

PALESTINE, Texas (August 17, 2022)- Two men have been jailed after an Officer observed over a dozen animals in awful living conditions at a residence. 

Shortly before 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 17th, Animal control was notified that there wer...

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Posted on: November 22, 2016

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