When he took the job in 2020, Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia began implementing what he referred to as a Violent Crime Reduction Plan (VCRP), officially implemented in May 2021, yet city streets...
Texas Launches Peer Support Program for Law Enforcement
Texas has launched a first-of-its-kind program for providing critical peer support for law enforcement personnel. The Texas Law Enforcement Peer Network (TLEPN), housed at the Caruth Police...
Dallas PD Response Times Reportedly Getting Longer
After recent events, notably the shooting in Uvalde, concern is growing about whether police response times are good enough to protect the public. Although Dallas PD has not released an average...
Dallas Police Chief Discusses School Safety
As part of his rounds throughout Dallas, Police Chief Eddie Garcia met with residents in the East Dallas community of Buckner Terrace on May 31. Held at Edna Rowe Elementary School, the meeting...
By Mary Dada | Jun 5, 2022
Dallas Police Fail to Render Aid to Suspect
Two Dallas police officers face possible termination after failing to stop and render aid to a driver who crashed his car following a brief pursuit by the officers. On May 13, around 2:20 a.m.,...
Dallas Police Chief Addresses Recent Shootings
As a part of an effort to strategize on reducing rampant crime in the city, an event was held on Saturday in southern Dallas to allow residents to weigh in on the issue and foster collaboration....
Dallas Police Chief Addresses Repeat Violent Offenders
Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia has warned that his department will not tolerate repeat violent offenders. According to CBS 11 News, Garcia made the warning while speaking during a May 5 address...
By Mary Dada | May 10, 2022
Is the City Doing Enough to Fight Crime?
One of the top barometers that city leaders are measured with is public safety; this is no different for Dallas. Dallas Police Chief Eddie GarcÃa took over the position in February 2021 when Dallas...
Police Bring Smiles and Gifts to Students at Book Fair
The Dallas Police Department is continuing its efforts to establish and promote good relationships with the children of Dallas. To that end, Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia and other officers...
By Tracy Moseley | Dec 1, 2021
Homicide Detective Frank Serra Honored for Saving Attorney’s Life
Homicide detective Frank Serra from the Dallas Police Department was honored for his actions that helped save the life of a defense attorney. The attorney had suffered a massive heart attack in...
By Mary Dada | Nov 25, 2021
Police and County Authorities Take Steps to Care for Victims of Domestic Violence
The Dallas Police Department, alongside other law enforcement agencies in Dallas County, announced on Thursday, Oct. 21, that they are making a joint effort to start informing victims of domestic...
By Mary Dada | Oct 29, 2021
Man Charged for Causing Dallas Apartment Explosion
Dallas police have arrested a 28-year-old man for causing the Sept. 29 Highland Hills Apartment Complex explosion that injured eight people, including four Dallas firefighters. According to police...
By Mary Dada | Oct 21, 2021
Dallas Police Chief Unveils Anti-Domestic Violence Strategy
The Dallas Police Department has unveiled a new strategy to combat domestic violence in the city. Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia unveiled the strategy on Monday, Oct.11. The plan will see an...
By Mary Dada | Oct 18, 2021
Mayor Johnson’s New Plan Against Domestic Violence
On Monday, October 11, Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson and Police Chief Eddie Garcia revealed their new plan to attempt to reduce domestic violence. According to the City of Dallas press release, the City...
Dallas Police Chief Promised to Take Deep Ellum Back
Dallas police Chief Eddie GarcÃa has vowed to take Deep Ellum for its residents and patrons following a Sunday shooting incident. The Deep Ellum mass shooting occurred around 12:30 a.m. near the...
By Mary Dada | Sep 25, 2021
