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For non-emergencies, call 972-485-4840.

10/22/2026

Our very own Detective John Capers made an appearance on The Daytripper!

Travel show host Chet Garner recently visited Garland to highlight some of the great places our city has to offer. During the episode, Chet featured Detective Capers' incredible LEGO replica of the Downtown Garland Square, which John officially unveiled to the City on December 4, 2025.

Chet, if you ever make your way back to Garland, you'll have to check out John's LEGO replicas of the Garland Police Department and Richardson Police Department!

Check out the full episode of The Daytripper here:
https://youtu.be/s_RGDX38avk?si=zDGuHV_0pbY5RPLP

Check out all of Detective Capers' builds at https://www.bluelinebricks.com/

City of Garland, Texas Government

Our hearts are heavy as we learn of the tragic loss of a Van Zandt County Sheriff's Deputy and the injury of a Canton Po...
10/21/2026

Our hearts are heavy as we learn of the tragic loss of a Van Zandt County Sheriff's Deputy and the injury of a Canton Police Officer.

We ask that you keep their families, friends, and fellow officers in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.

Today, our Garland Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association (GCPAAA) treated us to their annual police department cooko...
10/20/2026

Today, our Garland Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association (GCPAAA) treated us to their annual police department cookout!

We are truly grateful for everything the GCPAAA does for our department throughout the year. Their generosity, dedication, and continued support mean more to us than they know.

Thank you to all the volunteers who helped make today's cookout possible! We are fortunate to have such a wonderful group of people supporting our Garland Police family!



Garland Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association
City of Garland, Texas Government

Join us for a Scam Prevention presentation to learn how common scams work, what warning signs to watch for, and how AI i...
10/20/2026

Join us for a Scam Prevention presentation to learn how common scams work, what warning signs to watch for, and how AI is changing the way scams operate.

We have three upcoming sessions:

North Garland Library
3845 N. Garland Ave., Garland, TX 75040
Thursday, October 22, 2 PM – 3:30 PM

Fields Recreation Center
1701 Dairy Rd., Garland, TX 75040
Thursday, November 5, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM

West Garland Library
3921 W. Walnut St., Garland, TX 75042
Thursday, November 5, 2 PM – 3:30 PM

We hope to see you there!


City of Garland, Texas Government

We are HIRING for Police Officers!If you are ready to we have our next Police Civil Service Exam on Saturday, October ...
10/20/2026

We are HIRING for Police Officers!
If you are ready to we have our next Police Civil Service Exam on Saturday, October 24, 2026.
Our 28-week academy will challenge and prepare you to serve the community of Garland with the highest level of training.

Civil Service Exam:
Saturday, October 24, 8 AM
Naaman Forest High School
4843 Naaman Forest Blvd., Garland, Texas 75040

Learn more and apply today
https://garlandpolice.com/481/Recruiting-Employment

Contact our recruiter for more information: 972-205-2058.

**Update**All lanes on Broadway are open. Please drive safely. ———————————**Traffic Alert** Garland police are investig...
10/18/2026

**Update**

All lanes on Broadway are open. Please drive safely. 

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**Traffic Alert**

Garland police are investigating a crash involving a pedestrian on Broadway Blvd. at Tacoma Dr.

 All southbound lanes on Broadway are currently closed.

Please seek alternate routes. The roadway is expected to be closed while officers investigate the crash. 

Police Investigate Early Morning Fatal Shooting Outside Business – Suspect ArrestedAt approximately 2:00 a.m. on Saturda...
10/17/2026

Police Investigate Early Morning Fatal Shooting Outside Business – Suspect Arrested

At approximately 2:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 17, Garland Police responded to a report of a person shot outside a business in the 500 block of West Oates Road.

When officers arrived, they located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound. Garland Fire Department paramedics responded, and the victim was pronounced deceased at the scene.

During the investigation, detectives determined the victim and suspect had been involved in an argument earlier in the night while inside the business. After the business closed, investigators believe the suspect shot the victim in the parking lot before fleeing the scene in a white Ford F-250.

Investigators identified the suspect as 31-year-old Ezequiel Hernandez and subsequently located the vehicle and Hernandez at a residence in the 1300 block of Summit Street in Mesquite.

Hernandez was taken into custody and transported to the Garland Detention Center, where he was charged with Murder. No bond has been set at this time.

The victim’s identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

This remains an active investigation.

Last night’s UNIDOS meeting was a great success!We had an outstanding turnout and a room full of people ready to learn, ...
10/14/2026

Last night’s UNIDOS meeting was a great success!

We had an outstanding turnout and a room full of people ready to learn, connect and share community resources.

A special thank-you to our guest speakers:

• Cristal Castillo and team with the City of Garland Human Resources Department
• Karla Garcia and team with Garland Water Utilities
• Nila Largaespada with Pilar Funeral Home

We were also honored to welcome representatives from the DeSoto Police Department and Dallas Police Department.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped strengthen the relationship between law enforcement and our Hispanic community.

10/09/2026

NOW HIRING
Our next Civil Service Exam is October 24.

Our in-house academy will challenge and prepare you to build the skills needed for a rewarding career in public service. With competitive pay, excellent benefits, advanced training, specialized units and strong community support, Garland PD a great place to work and know you’ve made a difference.

Answer the call and begin your journey with the Garland Police Department.
Apply today: https://garlandpolice.com/481/Recruiting-Employment

We had a great time today at Garland’s Community Health and Resource Fair!It was wonderful visiting with members of our ...
10/08/2026

We had a great time today at Garland’s Community Health and Resource Fair!

It was wonderful visiting with members of our community and seeing all the vendors and organizations providing valuable resources and services to Garland residents.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to visit with us!


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75042

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