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As we gear up for the weekend, we spotted one of our night shift officers coming in early to conduct some extra traffic ...
10/16/2026

As we gear up for the weekend, we spotted one of our night shift officers coming in early to conduct some extra traffic enforcement!

We know what some of you are thinking… “Well, since you're out there, I've got a street for you!”

For those already preparing to submit a traffic enforcement request or complaint, we've got you covered! Please use the link below to submit your concerns so they can be addressed in the order they are received.

Traffic Enforcement Request:

https://www.cityofbastrop.org/page/police.home

Click on the traffic complaint link (multiple requests from the same user are merged into one request)

Whether you're heading out for the weekend or staying close to home, slow down, stay alert, and drive safely!

Happy Friday, Bastrop! 🎉💙A special shoutout and heartfelt THANK YOU to these wonderful ladies from Jalisco Meat Market, ...
10/16/2026

Happy Friday, Bastrop! 🎉💙

A special shoutout and heartfelt THANK YOU to these wonderful ladies from Jalisco Meat Market, who surprised our department with an unexpected pop-up catering event!

Thank you, Jalisco Meat Market, for the delicious food and for making the start to a nice weather weekend special!

Gotta love them PINK badges. It takes a lot of work to try to get the officers to take pictures willingly. Happy Wednesd...
10/07/2026

Gotta love them PINK badges. It takes a lot of work to try to get the officers to take pictures willingly. Happy Wednesday Bastrop! Enjoy the weather.

DATE: 10.06.2026SUBJECT: Fatality CrashCONTACT: Chief of Police Vicky SteffanicRELEASE: For Immediate ReleasePRESS RE...
10/06/2026

DATE: 10.06.2026

SUBJECT: Fatality Crash

CONTACT: Chief of Police Vicky Steffanic

RELEASE: For Immediate Release

PRESS RELEASE

On October 6th, 2026, at approximately 0610 hours, City of Bastrop Police officers were dispatched to a 2 vehicle, head on collision at FM 969 and Blakey Drive.

A male was stopped on the improved shoulder adjusting his bicycle chain when a Dodge Ram driving Southbound on FM 969 observed him. The juvenile driver of the Dodge Ram swerved into oncoming traffic to avoid the male, the Dodge Ram collided with a Nissan Rogue that was traveling in the Northbound lanes of FM 969, the Nissan rogue hit a fence and came to a stop in a pasture. A third vehicle (a Subaru) traveling Northbound on FM 969, simultaneously collided with the Dodge Ram.

The driver of the Dodge Ram and the driver of the Subaru sustained injuries and were taken to a local hospital, a passenger in the Nissan was taken to an Austin hospital with injuries; the male pedestrian received no injuries.

The driver of the Nissan was a 66-year-old male from Massachusetts who suffered fatal injuries. The identification of this individual is being withheld until Next of Kin are notified.

Northbound FM 969 lanes of traffic are still closed, with traffic slowly being routed through the area.

This is an on-going investigation, and no further information is being released at this time.

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UPDATE: 0901: All lanes of traffic have been re-opened.UPDATE 0850: Northbound lane of traffic is still closed. However,...
10/06/2026

UPDATE: 0901: All lanes of traffic have been re-opened.

UPDATE 0850: Northbound lane of traffic is still closed. However, both directions of traffic are being pushed through.

UPDATE: 0817 hours: Southbound FM 969 () traffic lane is open.

10.06.2026 0630 hours : Currently both lanes of FM 969 at Blakey Lane are shutdown for a crash investigation. Please try to stay clear of this area, expect delays and stay safe!

Spooky season is just around the corner! The City of Bastrop Police Department is calling on all the creative young mind...
10/02/2026

Spooky season is just around the corner!

The City of Bastrop Police Department is calling on all the creative young minds in our community to show off their pumpkin carving and decorating skills.

Beginning October 23rd through October 30th, kids are invited to bring a pre-carved or pre-decorated pumpkin to the Police Department. We’ll proudly display the pumpkins in front of the department for the community to enjoy throughout the Halloween season.

Pumpkin Drop-Off Details:

October 23–30, 2026
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Weekdays only — no weekend drop-offs
Bring your pumpkin already carved or decorated and ready for display!

As an extra treat, each child who participates can have their name entered into a random drawing for a spooktacular prize!

Get creative, have fun, and help us add a little Halloween spirit to the Police Department. We can’t wait to see what our young artists create!

Questions? Email us: [email protected]

On October 1st, 2026 at approximately 08:02 a.m., City of Bastrop Police officers were dispatched to the 500 block of Ol...
10/01/2026

On October 1st, 2026 at approximately 08:02 a.m., City of Bastrop Police officers were dispatched to the 500 block of Old Austin Highway for a crash involving a vehicle and a juvenile male riding a scooter. The vehicle was exiting the parking lot of Riverside Middle School when the juvenile, who was traveling on the sidewalk, crossed in front of the vehicle.
No significant injuries were reported. The driver remained at the scene, and the juvenile was taken to the hospital by his parent.
This remains an ongoing investigation, and no further information will be released at this time.

We ask everyone to please remain vigilant and aware of their surroundings, especially when traveling in and around school zones.
Stay safe, Bastrop

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104 Grady Tuck Lane
Bastrop, TX
78602

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+15123328600

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