Wilson County Sheriff's Office

11/08/2026

❄️💙 It’s that time of year again! 💙❄️

☃️ The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office is excited to announce our 3rd Annual Senior Christmas Dance! ❄️🩵

We are thrilled to continue this wonderful holiday tradition and bring our senior community together for an afternoon filled with dancing, laughter, fellowship, and holiday cheer! 💙❄️

❄️ Date: December 8, 2026
🩵 Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
❄️ Location: Wilson County Expo Hall

🎟️ Interested in purchasing a ticket or making a donation?

Please contact Elva Camarillo at 📧 [email protected] for more information.

💙 We are so grateful to have the opportunity to host this special event each year and create wonderful holiday memories with our senior community!

❄️☃️ We can’t wait to celebrate another magical Christmas season with you! 🩵❄️

11/05/2026

Nine years have passed since the tragic events at First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, where 26 innocent lives were taken and countless families and loved ones were forever changed.

Today, we pause to remember and honor the lives lost on November 5, 2017. While the years continue to pass, the impact of that devastating day remains deeply rooted in the hearts of our community.

We honor the survivors, families, and loved ones who continue to carry the memories of those lost. Their unwavering strength, courage, and resilience serve as a lasting testament to the spirit of Sutherland Springs.

We also recognize the bravery and selflessness of the first responders, law enforcement officers, medical personnel, and community members who answered the call that day. Their compassion and dedication in the face of unimaginable tragedy will never be forgotten.

As we mark the ninth anniversary, we remain united in remembrance, honoring those whose lives were taken far too soon and standing alongside those who continue to heal.

Nine years later, we remember. We honor. We will never forget.

Sutherland Springs Strong.

11/04/2026

Today, we honor and remember Wilson County Sheriff’s Deputy Ollie F. “Sammy” Childress (Badge #8326), who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty on November 4, 1983.

43 years have passed since his End of Watch, but his sacrifice, courage, and dedication to protecting and serving the citizens of Wilson County will never be forgotten.

We remain forever grateful for his service and sacrifice. His legacy continues to live on through the men and women who proudly wear the badge and serve our community.

Gone, but never forgotten.

End of Watch: November 4, 1983 💙

10/30/2026

WINNER: 🥇 Hei Hei the chicken.

Some of our Wilson County Sheriff’s Office staff got into the Halloween spirit and participated in a Pumpkin Painting Contest! 🎨👻

Now we need YOUR help picking a winner!

Simply find your favorite pumpkin and react to its photo to cast your vote! 🗳️

We love seeing our staff come together for some Halloween fun, creativity, and teamwork!

🏆 Voting ends at midnight on Halloween!

10/29/2026

PIO Deputy Dailey had a spook-tacular time attending Floresville North Elementary’s Trunk or Treat event!

It was a wonderful opportunity to connect with students, families, and community members while enjoying some Halloween festivities! 🎃🍭

Thank you to Floresville North Elementary for inviting us to be part of the fun! We always enjoy getting out into our community and seeing all the smiling faces and creative costumes!

10/29/2026

10/28/2026

Thank you to Prairie Meadows for providing our deputies with water and sports drinks for first responder day!

We appreciate you so much! 💙🚔

10/27/2026

🎃👻 HALLOWEEN IS ALMOST HERE! 👻🎃

Some of our dispatchers are getting into the Halloween spirit here at the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office! 🧡🕸️

Are YOU Halloween ready?! 🎃

As families prepare for a night of costumes, candy, and spooky fun, we want to share a few safety reminders to help keep everyone safe this Halloween!

🍬 Trick-or-Treating Safety Tips:

🎃 Be Seen! Wear bright colors, carry flashlights, or add reflective materials to costumes so drivers can easily spot you.

👻 Stay Together! Young children should always be accompanied by a responsible adult. Older children should travel in groups.

🚗 Watch for Traffic! Use sidewalks when available, cross at intersections, and always look both ways before crossing the street.

🏠 Stick to Well-Lit Areas! Only approach homes with porch lights on, and never enter a stranger’s home or vehicle.

🚨 Drivers, Slow Down! Be extra cautious in neighborhoods and residential areas. Excited trick-or-treaters may unexpectedly cross the roadway.

From all of us at the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office, we wish everyone a safe, fun, and SPOOKTACULAR Halloween! 🎃👻

Now tell us… what are you dressing up as this year?! 🍬🧡

10/27/2026

BLUE SANTA CHRISTMAS TOY SHOP 2026! 🎅🏻🎁

The Floresville Police Department and Wilson County Sheriff’s Office are excited to announce a special change to our annual Blue Santa Program this Christmas season!

This year, we're opening the doors to our very own Blue Santa Christmas Toy Shop!

We invite Wilson County families who may need a little extra help this holiday season to bring their children to our Toy Shop, where each child can personally choose a special Christmas gift to take home!

🎅🏻 Children will also have the opportunity to take a picture with Blue Santa and enjoy complimentary hot cocoa and cookies!

🎄 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Floresville Police Department
920 C Street, Floresville, TX 78114

🎁 NO REGISTRATION NEEDED!

This is a ONE-DAY-ONLY event! Families are welcome to stop by anytime between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM on December 18, 2026, at 920 C Street.

• Open to Wilson County residents in need of holiday assistance.
• Children ages newborn through 12 years old.
• One toy per child, while supplies last.

❤️ WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING DONATIONS!

Since 2011, our Blue Santa Program has helped bring Christmas joy to hundreds of children. This year, we hope to serve over 300 children, and we need our community's help to make it happen!

We are currently accepting new, unwrapped toys and monetary donations. Donations may be dropped off at the Floresville Police Department, 920 C Street.

Whether you're a local business, organization, or community member, every donation helps us fill our Toy Shop and bring Christmas joy to a child in need.

For questions or donation information, please call (830) 393-4055.

From our law enforcement family to yours, let's come together to make Christmas a little brighter for the children of Wilson County!

10/23/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Wilson County Sheriff’s Office Responds to Reported Aircraft Incident; Both Pilots Located Safely

WILSON COUNTY, TEXAS – October 23, 2026 – On October 22, 2026, at approximately 5:51 p.m., Wilson County Dispatch received multiple 911 calls reporting a possible downed aircraft near County Road 444 in Wilson County.

Deputies with the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area alongside fire, EMS, and multiple law enforcement agencies to initiate a search for the aircraft and its occupants.

After approximately one hour of searching, Wilson County deputies successfully located both pilots near the Wilson and Guadalupe County line. Both pilots were found safe and received medical attention at the scene.

During the response, Wilson County Dispatch established communication with Randolph Air Force Base as emergency personnel continued efforts to locate the aircraft. Following several hours of searching, deputies with the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office and troopers with the Texas Department of Public Safety located the aircraft just inside Gonzales County.

The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office is grateful that this incident resulted in a positive outcome, with both pilots located safely.

The Sheriff’s Office would also like to recognize the outstanding coordination, communication, and teamwork demonstrated by the numerous agencies involved in the response. Participating agencies included the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office, La Vernia Police Department, Texas Department of Public Safety, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Randolph Air Force Base, Wilson County Emergency Services Districts #1 and #3, Texas Division of Emergency Management, and numerous additional responding agencies and personnel.

This incident highlights the importance of strong interagency partnerships and the dedication of emergency responders who work together across jurisdictional boundaries to protect lives and ensure public safety.

The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office extends its sincere appreciation to all dispatchers, first responders, and supporting agencies whose efforts contributed to the successful resolution of this incident.

All media inquiries and requests for additional information regarding the aircraft incident should be directed to the Randolph Air Force Base Public Affairs Office.