Area Schools are Starting Back

Here's a message from HPD Chief Art Acevedo reminding everyone to #GetBackInTheZone. Some schools have started already while others begin soon. Let's work together to keep our kids safe! #BackToSchool.

Back to School

Greater Vision Church Annual Back to school Fair in Jacinto City. Thank you Pastor Lee for the invitation. These kids are getting everything they need before going back to school 🍎 @houstonpolice #HFD #HPD #RelationalPolicing #BacktoschoolHouston pic.twitter.com/uFsLPSP3P1

— JG Abad (@jg_abad) August 12, 2018

Gun Safety

Majority of our schools will be opening back up for students in the next few weeks. Filled with new math problems and science fair projects. Parents make sure you speak with your children about gun and weapon safety. If they hear or suspect someone has a weapon, tell an adult. pic.twitter.com/7z2EaQPt8E

— GH PALS - Officer Triplett (@GHPals_Ofc_trip) August 7, 2018

Central Back to School

Yesterday was a huge success for over 400+ Elementary/Middle School students. The Central Achiever's Backpack and Supply Drive would have not been possible without the support of the community! Special Thanks To: Central Patrol (Captain Guinn-Shaver, Lt. Davis, Sgt. Roque, Sgt. Wall, Sgt. Gonzales), Pepsi Co, Staples Inc., Sally M., Christ the King Church, Boys & Girls Club (Havard Club), Houston Texans Teen Club, Montie Beach Civic Organization, and HPOU. For all those who contributed and wished to be anonymous...Thank You! Finally, to the many volunteers and residents who sacrificed your resources, time, or both...Thank You!

Event in Sunnyside

HPD Fox

Our HPD Air Support came down to talk to our youth about their specialty with our HPD helicopter. @houstonpolice find out more with our HPD G.R.E.A.T. Officers 👮 pic.twitter.com/45ifwoXHNB

— OfficerVo (@OfficerVo) July 27, 2018

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Southwest Community Service

We're All In This Together

Having a great community is a group effort. Northwest Houston @HCSOTexas @houstonpolice @LLipton pic.twitter.com/oaASCtZ1TK

— BA Lummus (@BALUMMI4) July 19, 2018

Eastside PIP

Sgt Hicks of the HPD Auto Theft Division spoke to the members of the Eastside Patrol Division Positive Interaction Program (PIP) last night. He reminded residents to lock cars, take valuables, and park in well-lit areas. 

Badges and Bears

Thanks again to @memorialhermann for allowing us to continue our Badges and Bears program! As always, we really enjoyed our time with all the children there! @houstonpolice #communityoutreach #communitypolicing #hospital #childrenshospital #kids #children #bravekids #hpd pic.twitter.com/ZB7FDI4eh2

— J. Lahar (@Mr_Officer713) July 16, 2018

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PAL

Everyday is full of smiles and laughter, and as it should be! Thank you Ingrando Park for having us! I’m going to keep practicing my four square game for next time 😂💙@GhpalMorales @lt_baltazar @adouglas_0298 #HPD #GHPAL #CommunityPolicing #OurFuture #SmileLaughLoveLife pic.twitter.com/3ej87ew2aB

— GHPAL Officer Michon (@MichonMegan) July 10, 2018

Comfort Cases

HPD Officers visited the Chimney Rock Center to donate Comfort Cases. These cases contain toothbrushes, blankets, teddy bears, socks, books, and other items. The children at the Chimney Rock Center are often displaced for various reasons, and these cases give them something they can call their own. Every child deserves to know that they matter! 

HPD and Special Olympics

Officer Tracie Mathews – Segura assigned to the South Central Patrol Station was selected to be the Texas law enforcement representative in Seattle, Washington for the 2018 USA Special Olympics Games. Officer Mathews – Segura was also a Final Leg Torch Runner for the Law Enforcement Torch Run. HPD Captain Kristine Anthony, commander over the Training Division, was also present to cheer on our Texas athletes.

The Special Olympics USA Games were held at Husky Stadium.

From Officer Mathews – Segura: “Several years ago I found myself disappointed in myself, for not making the difference I had sought out to do when I joined Law Enforcement, I felt like I had failed. Then entered Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. I have met so many extraordinary men and women who we see compete and call themselves Special Olympic Athletes, and who I am blessed to call my friends.”

Congratulations to all of the Special Olympics Athletes who represented Texas in Seattle.

HPD Boxing

“The goal of the Houston Police Department boxing association is to promote the physical, mental and academic prosperity of the youth in the community. The HPD boxing association is a proponent in the belief of the importance of mentoring the youth, many of whom face disproportionate risks and challenges. At every possible opportunity, the officers nurture a relationship with the youth to develop trust and cooperation through an unceasing commitment to the community in which we serve.

The mission of the HPD boxing association is to provide community centered activities that help at-risk youth in the second ward/ east end community, and create techniques to help negotiate the daily stressors and life experiences in a positive manner. The boxing association will be partnering with The Knockout Factory East End to develop a youth boxing organization. Through athletics, mentorship and intervention, the partnership between the two organizations will create a youth program that will develop positive, productive and prosperous members of our community.”

Join us for Battle of the Badges on September 14, 2018 at the Humble Civic Center, 8233 Will Clayton Parkway, Humble, TX 77338. All proceeds will go towards Knockout Factory to help pay for their participation in the boxing program, and Assist the Officer, and Assist the Firefighter.

Relational Policing

HPD officers help Missouri family enjoy July 4 fireworks show

HOUSTON - A lot of people were disappointed Freedom Over Texas was washed out on the Fourth of July. That includes a family who drove from Missouri to attend the festival. Jessica Eddleman says they made the trip so her 11-year-old daughter could see Chris Young play.

Great family from Missouri who drove down to Houston/Galveston to vacation. Drove two hours to attend festival and heartbroken to find out it was cancelled. But after grabbing a bite for dinner, Sgt Mike Loessin and I were able to secure rooftop view for the fireworks. Thx Mike! pic.twitter.com/oDVN5zwtlK

— James Dale (@jimmydale726) July 5, 2018

Thank you, Mali

THANK YOU to an AWESOME young lady named Mali, who used her B-Day Party to have her friends bring s to donate to HPD!

Houston Soccer Academy

Great time today at the Houston Soccer Academy hosted by the Houston Dynamo! 

GHPAL

@houstonpolice blast hanging out with H-Town Soccer Academy and Dynamo Soccer at Ingrando Park last night.@adouglas_0298 @MichonMegan pic.twitter.com/ARmKkI8HER

— GHPAL_Officer_Morales (@GhpalMorales) June 29, 2018

Camp ZAC at the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club summer safety pool safety

PAL Event!!!

A great evening spent with some of the kids at Rockridge Bend Apts in Greenspoint. Building relationships and talking safety. #RelationshipPolicing #GHPAL @houstonpolice pic.twitter.com/Y9ro3Yx4yu

— GHPAL Officer Bearden (@GhpalBearden) June 27, 2018

Ice Cream

"Ice Cream with an Officer" hosted by Greater Northside District @GNMDistrict, Plaza Fiesta, @HoustonPolice, Mi Tienda, @RepWalle, Pastor David Smith, @Hcphtx @METROHouston.
Thank you for community policing, @ArtAcevedo @bumpers_v!#HouNews #GreaterNorthside #ShopLocalNorthside pic.twitter.com/Y9HKvk8TMY

— Anna Núñez (@nunez_anna) June 27, 2018

Acres Homes

Great time earlier this month at the Acres Homes Block Party. HPD Sgt. Escobedo showed kids a patrol car. The event also included face painting and a petting zoo. 

Officer Lahar at Kid Fit

Officer Jeremy Lahar spoke with kids at Kid Fit this week. He covered topics including bullying, gun safety, and teen dating violence.

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North Belt Coffee With Cops

Great #RelationalPolicing event today at the McDonald's at 185 West Rd which is in North Belt Station's Patrol area. 

Coffee With a Cop

Thank You @CupOfCommotion for hosting this mornings “Coffee with a Cop” event!! If you’re in the Third Ward area, please stop by to say “Hello” and to have a cup of “Joe”!! Our South Central team would ❤️ to meet you!! pic.twitter.com/Ik0shiUfs2

— Sheryl Victorian (@sd_victorian) June 25, 2018

National Take Your Dog to Work Day

Finnigan Park

Officer Chris Morales had a great time working with youth in conjunction with Houston Parks and Recreation at Finnigan Park. 

PAL and Summer Book Reading Fair

Houston public library Cuney Homes summer book reading fair and promoting HPD PAL program @houstonpolice @nationalpal pic.twitter.com/nN3E5MhEtq

— GHPAL_Officer_Webb (@CWebb19504921) June 22, 2018

Juneteenth

Officer Arceneaux rode on with Houston Fire Fighters on one of their ladder trucks during the Juneteenth Parade through the city. 

HPD at Ripley House

Officer Webb visited the kids at the Ripley House Community Center and spoke about Bullying and Safety.

Greater Houston Police Activities League (PAL) event

Great event recently at Biron's Youth Sports Center. Our PAL officers spoke to kids about safety and got in a good workout!

HPD at National of Islam-Juneteenth Carnival and Expo

Eastside Community Outreach Training

Class 04, Day 1: Eastside’s Fundamentals of Community Policing Training Program, discussing broken windows theory, improving quality of life for neighborhoods, and more. This group of probationary police officers are lateral, from nearby agencies. #HPD pic.twitter.com/olErRIsanh

— Jason Cisneroz (@jasoncisneroz) June 4, 2018

Day 1 of Eastside’s Community Oriented Policing Training Program - using various strategies to work w/ community to enhance quality of life. This class includes new lateral officers from HISDPD, Freeport PD, & Galveston PD. #CommunityPolicing #Training @EBpolicing @CenterForPOP pic.twitter.com/uSQkXdd0dH

— Jason Cisneroz (@jasoncisneroz) June 4, 2018

Day 2: Eastside’s Community Oriented Policing Training Program, focus on - what community engagement means to you? Officers must always remember that building strong relations w/ public is vital to cultivating teamwork and is a non-negotiable. #HPD #CommunityPolicing pic.twitter.com/mLE1k3TVg6

— Jason Cisneroz (@jasoncisneroz) June 5, 2018

Day 2: Eastside’s Community Oriented Policing Training Program allows new officers to interact one on one w/ community leaders and staff at local city multi-service centers. #HPD #CommunityPolicing #Training @NeighborHOU pic.twitter.com/znxEuaXEqC

— Jason Cisneroz (@jasoncisneroz) June 5, 2018

Day 2: Eastside’s Community Oriented Policing Training Program, new lateral officers playing loteria and a game of dominoes w/ senior citizens in East End of Houston. Positive interactions w/ community members must be a regular occurrence. #RelationalPolicing #HPD pic.twitter.com/XimE95oBgv

— Jason Cisneroz (@jasoncisneroz) June 5, 2018

Day 3: Eastside’s Community Oriented Policing Training Program, class topics re: importance of social media and community outreach; as well as utilizing online tools in the field, like COH 3-1-1 app. Using innovative avenues to reach out to community is important. @Nextdoor #HPD pic.twitter.com/9FstfR47Ml

— Jason Cisneroz (@jasoncisneroz) June 6, 2018

Day 3: Eastside’s Community Oriented Policing Training Program- from the neighborhoods of the east end to corporate offices of downtown, our PPOs are reminded that building relations w/ community is vital to keeping Houston safe! #HPD #CommunityPolicing #Training pic.twitter.com/xrlkT4bEi8

— Jason Cisneroz (@jasoncisneroz) June 6, 2018

Wrapped up Day 3 of Eastside’s Community Oriented Policing Training Program w/ some positive interaction at KiPP. Meeting w/ the kiddos and talking about school, summer safety, and life goals is always a blast. #CommunityPolicing #Eastside #HPD @MichonMegan pic.twitter.com/lsgCeMmulq

— Jason Cisneroz (@jasoncisneroz) June 7, 2018

Day 4: Eastside’s Community Oriented Policing Training Program includes visiting schools and working w/ school staff and students... to enhance the partnership in keeping our kiddos safe. #RelationalPolicing #HPD @MichonMegan @RAY7575 @squarerootof225 @DezavalaHisd pic.twitter.com/pM3JvFnYDZ

— Jason Cisneroz (@jasoncisneroz) June 7, 2018

PAL at Garden Villas Elementary School

Great time yesterday at Garden Villas Elementary School with our Eastside PAL officers and HPD SWAT!

De Zavala Elementary

HPD Officer J. Cisneroz and the East End Community Service Unit spend time with summer school students @DezavalaHisd. #NeighborhoodOutreach @jasoncisneroz @houstonpolice @SSaenzPhillips @Drjlarredondo @TeamHISD @HISDEastArea q pic.twitter.com/RhI9v2IZQF

— De Zavala Elementary (@DezavalaHisd) June 7, 2018

Summer Safety

Good morning 🌞! Today we @houstonpolice 🚔 presenting on Summer Child Safety 👮‍♀️ 👮 over at St Nicholas! Let’s all encourage summer 📖 reading!#communitypolicing #relationalpolicing #hpd #summerreading #HPDpublicaffairs @summerlearning pic.twitter.com/2XeUh82Umk

— OfficerVo (@OfficerVo) June 7, 2018

Captain Campbell of Traffic Enforcement Division Talking about Wrong Way Drivers

Woman charged with DWI after driving the wrong way on I-45

A wrong-way driver has been charged after several near-misses with other drivers on the North Freeway overnight. Elizabeth Nichols, 22, is in custody. Cell phone video captures the moment drivers were heard hitting their brakes as Nichols, who police say was driving a red Kia at 60 miles per hour north in the southbound lanes, headed toward them around 12:40 a.m.

Youth Tennis Program

How do HPD Greater Houston Police Activities League (PAL) officers get ready for summer? They play tennis!

The USTA Generation Tennis Coaches Workshop taught officers how encourage kids to play tennis and how to teach them tennis skills. Free summer youth tennis programs are available at 39 neighborhood parks in the Houston area. For more information, go to the Houston Youth Tennis Program website. 

Badges and Bears

Another great Badges and Bears event at Memorial Hermann Hospital recently. This time, therapy dogs helped with spreading a little cheer to the patients.

Women In Transition

Great time speaking to the Women in Transition group this evening with my coworkers including Captain @le_conn ... we spoke about women in policing. The questions were amazing and very engaging!! pic.twitter.com/1jDCgT1xCS

— Angela Douglas (@adouglas_0298) June 5, 2018

Southwest Patrol Community Service

Officers from the Southwest Patrol Community Services Unit were at the Randall’s on Holcombe yesterday providing crime prevention information to the community. HPD has a great partnership with many of our community businesses and look forward to working with more in the future.

Look for the Southwest Community Service officers to be at the Kroger 10306 S Post Oak on June 7th, the Fiesta on 12355 Main on June 8th, and the Walmart at 9555 S. Post Oak on June 22nd. Come out and see us! 

Texas Brotherhood Ride stops in Houston

Thank you to the Texas Brotherhood Ride for stopping at the HPD memorial and remembering our fallen Sgt. Steve Perez.

From their website: The Texas Brotherhood Ride consists of Firefighters, Police Officers and EMS personnel who ride bicycles to honor emergency responders who died in the line of duty. Our mission is to provide emotional and financial support to their families and co-workers.

Watch the live ceremony on the HPD Facebook page.

Garden Villas Elementary

Had a great time @ Garden Villas Elementary School yesterday. Speaking to kiddos about summer safety, school conduct & importance of academics, anti-bullying, and more. #HPD #CommunityPolicing @hisdpolice @RAY7575 @4671_584 pic.twitter.com/UbfULwb7NQ

— Jason Cisneroz (@jasoncisneroz) May 30, 2018

Second segment of "Feet on the Street"

Our second installment of "Feet on the Street" is now on the HPD YouTube channel AT THIS LINK. Officer Lahar talks with seniors about phone scams, identify theft, and on the full video on YouTube, skimmers. 

Full video below:

Happy Birthday, Gunnar!

Happy 10th birthday to our K9 Gunnar! He had a great time celebrating. This will be Gunnar's last birthday as an active HPD K9 since he will be retiring later this summer. Eat all the treats, Gunnar, and have a great birthday!

Badges and Bears

Thanks again to @memorialhermann for allowing us to continue our Badges and Bears program! As always, we really enjoyed our time with all the children there! @houstonpolice #communityoutreach #communitypolicing #childrenshospital #kids #children #bravekids #hpd #publicaffairs pic.twitter.com/B6WhztFNy6

— J. Lahar (@Mr_Officer713) May 24, 2018

City of Houston Pools and HPD PAL

Mayor Sylvester Turner along with HPD Chief Art Acevedo and Houston Parks and Recreation Department announced a new partnership to engage Houston's youth. HPD's Police Activities League (PAL) will take an active role in providing impactful recreation, sports, and enrichment opportunities for youth in Houston parks this summer.

City of Houston pools open Memorial Day weekend. For a complete listing of pools and hours of operation, please go to THIS LINK. 

Montrose Center

Great meeting today at the Montrose Center focusing on the Transgender community. Thank you to Lou Weaver and Atlantis Narcisse for collaborating with us about our future "Information Exchange" that will be presented to our officers.

Police Week 2018

West Houston Leadership Institute

#WHLI - session IV to discuss West Houston Quality of Life. Thank you Chris Englehart from @houstonpolice, Irma Sanchez from West Chase Management Distric and Josef Klam from Chapelwood United Methodist Church for an excellent dialogue. @JoniDGoodman @WHLeadership @gbolyharris pic.twitter.com/Jgbz3xZO7c

— Sadia Nasir (@SadiaNasir6) May 10, 2018

North Belt's First PIP Meeting!

Thank you to all who came to the North Belt Patrol's first Apartment Positive Interaction Program (PIP) Meeting today. NE Differential Response Team officers answered questions & concerns from residents. #relationalpolicing Find your divisional PIP here https://t.co/7npYMJsCs8 pic.twitter.com/WGGZthOKVP

— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) May 8, 2018

2018 Texas Peace Officers Memorial Ceremony

HPD Mounted Patrol was proud to take part in the 2018 Texas Peace Officers Memorial Ceremony on Monday, May 7th at the State Capitol in Austin. We remember all the officers killed in the line of duty including HPD Sgt. Steve Perez, who was killed during Hurricane Harvey. 

Coffee and Cars

Great time this weekend at the monthly Coffee and Cars event in West Houston.

Sadly, these are not HPD vehicles

May the 4th Be With You

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Thank you to the first graders at Helms Elementary for helping us celebrate #maythe4thbewithyou #StarWarsDay