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Title: Get ready for a roaring and more effective emergency siren system in Deer Park, La Porte, and Pasadena. Starts August 26th at noon today.

NEW SIREN SYSTEM – LIVE TEST SATURDAY, AUGUST 26TH AT NOON.

The first live test of the new outdoor emergency siren system is scheduled to take place this Saturday, August 26th at noon. The sirens have a different alert tone than previous systems and may sound significantly louder to some citizens.

The new siren system includes red lights on top of the pole that strobe during an emergency to alert the Deaf community and citizens who are hard of hearing about an emergency activation.

Siren tests are conducted each Saturday at noon by Deer Park, La Porte and Pasadena.

Deer Park siren tests last for 30 seconds. The sirens will sound for 3 minutes during an actual emergency that requires a shelter in place.

Please click on the following link to hear the new siren wail: https://youtu.be/6CpX-vE5NYo

 

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DPPD signs on two new Assistant Police Chiefs Conner and Hart.

The Deer Park Police Department recognized our newest Assistant Police Chiefs, Wade A. Conner and W. Franklin Hart II, in a ceremony at City Hall. Assistant Chief Conner was assigned to the Neighborhood Services Bureau and Assistant Chief Hart assumed responsibility for the Administrative Services Bureau.

City personnel, elected officials, peers, family and friends gathered to congratulate both candidates on promoting to the second highest rank in the department after decades of loyalty to the City and Citizens of Deer Park.

Chief Grigg cited the accomplishments of the candidates to a full room, emphasizing the Assistant Chiefs’ commitment to the citizens of Deer Park, department mission statement and values, servant leadership, selfless service, and continual personal and professional development.
Assistant Chief Conner was sworn in on March 23, 1990. Assistant Chief Hart was sworn in on January 3, 2000.
Congratulations to both Assistant Chief Conner and Assistant Chief Hart.

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Don’t miss out on a behind-the-scenes experience and join Deer Park’s Citizen’s Police Academy #48 starting Thursday Aug 17th.

There is still time to submit your application. If you would like to learn more about the inner workings of Deer Park Police Department, here is your chance. Citizen’s Police Academy Class 48 starts August 17th so don’t delay turning in your application. Contact Sheila Plovanich at 281-930-2118 or [email protected] for more information.

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DPPD: An increase in vehicle burglaries calls for an increase in reminders.

This is a friendly reminder to lock your vehicles. We’ve received several reports of burglaries in the past few weeks. The best deterrent for vehicle burglary is to lock the doors, hide your valuables, and take your keys.
To report suspicious circumstance, call dispatch at 281-479-1511.

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DPPD: Lifeflight training at PEMEX Deer Park today and Aug 17th 9:15-11:30am.

CITIZEN ADVISORY:
On Thursday, August 3 and on Thursday, August 17, PEMEX Deer Park will be conducting landing zone training with Memorial Hermann Life Flight from approximately 9:15 AM – 11:30 AM each day. During this training, Memorial Hermann will land a Life Flight helicopter on the PEMEX facility just north of the Center Street / 225 intersection.

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DPPD: Construction work on West Pasadena Blvd will go down to two lanes today.

The 800 block of West Pasadena Blvd will be reduced to one lane in each direction while construction crews complete roadwork in front of the Dakota Deer Park Apartments.

Work begins on July 19, 2023. Work will be completed in approximately two weeks.
One eastbound lane is being moved over to accommodate traffic and the westbound lanes are being reduced to one lane.
Please exercise caution while traveling through this area and expect construction equipment, traffic control devices and traffic delays while the work is completed.

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San Jacinto College will host certified child passenger safety technicians on Friday, July 21st from 8-11:30am.

Certified child passenger safety technicians will be at San Jacinto College on Friday, July 21st 8:00-11:30 AM, to assist caregivers on proper installation of child safety seats. Scan the QR code or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSco-BQUZV72P4sTbZR143MX8Iv10KiY2XOSpE1DYDGfuR-8qA/viewform?pli=1

to make an appointment. This event is BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.

For more information, visit: https://www.dshs.texas.gov/injury-prevention/safe-riders

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DPPA is looking to cool hearts and homes by getting donated air conditioners to those in need.

It’s HOT outside. Imagine how miserable it is if it’s hot inside too. Please help the Deer Park Police Association donate several window unit air conditioners to citizens in need. If you or someone you know could use an A/C unit, please contact the Deer Park Police Association at [email protected].

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Let the DPPD watch your house while you soak up the sun.

Ready for the beach? If you plan on being out of town for at least three days, you can fill out a House Check Form and we will check your house while you’re away.

For more details, please call Records: 281-478-2000

Click on the link for the Vacation House Check form: http://www.deerparktx.gov/DocumentCenter/View/164/Vacation-House-Check-Form?bidId=

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PDs cracking down on dangerous driving, a joint operation targets reckless motorists across Merica.

Law enforcement personnel throughout Canada, Mexico and the U.S. will be on the lookout for commercial motor vehicle drivers and passenger vehicle drivers engaging in dangerous driving behaviors, such as speeding, distracted driving, failure to wear a seatbelt, following too closely, aggressive driving, failure to obey traffic control devices, drunk or drugged driving, etc. Drivers engaging in such behaviors will be pulled over by law enforcement and may be issued a warning or citation.

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CEV Jiu-Jitsu welcomed DPPD Officer White to educate students on safety and community engagement.

Thank you to Coach Marshall Cevallos and all the coaches at CEV Jiu-Jitsu for inviting Officer White out to talk to the students today. Topics covered were the roll of a police officer, bicycle safety, and bullying. The students also got to explore our patrol Tahoe and a high water vehicle.

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The Deer Park Rotary 5890 is a strong arm for Deer Park Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association and community support.

Thank you Deer Park Rotary 5890 for supporting the Deer Park Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association (DPCPAAA) and the Deer Park Police Association. We would also like to say thank you for supporting so many wonderful organizations in the City of Deer Park.

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DPPD: Look Before You Lock to prevent heat stroke deaths in cars.

As the temperature rise, we want to remind you to “Look Before You Lock.” A vehicle can reach a dangerous temperature in as little as 10 minutes. One of the biggest risk factors for heatstroke deaths is a change in routine. When you’re driving with a child, remember to always Look Before You Lock.

If you see a child in distress in a vehicle, call 9-1-1.

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DPPD: These 🤡s caught on camera ripping off iPhones from Walmart. If you know them please give the police a call.

Do you recognize any of these suspects? Earlier this month they worked together to steal multiple iPhones from a locked display case at Walmart. If you have any information on who they are please contact us at [email protected] or call Detective Huff at 281-930-2149.

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Deer Park High North laid out “The Game of Life” career booth with DPPD Officers Anderson and Zheng.

Yesterday, Officers S. Anderson and K. Zheng had the privilege of participating in a career booth at Deer Park High School North Campus, presented by the Deer Park Chamber Foundation, called “The Game of Life.” The students had to select a career, then budget their expenses based on salary, credit score, housing, etc. What a great way to prepare our younger generation!

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DPPD: Shell Responds to fire at Deer Park Chemicals facility, ensures safety of personnel and community.

Update: The below message was provided by Shell Deer Park.

“Shell continues to respond to a fire at its Deer Park Chemicals facility. The fire started around 3PM while the olefins unit was undergoing routine maintenance, igniting cracked heavy gas oil, cracked light gas oil and gasoline.
All site personnel have been accounted for, including 9 contractors who were released after undergoing precautionary medical evaluations. Air monitoring is ongoing, and has not detected any harmful levels of chemicals. There is no danger to the nearby community.
Our immediate priorities remain the safety of people and the environment. The cause of the fire will be the subject of a future investigation.”

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DPPD: Shelter-in-Place Not Necessary at This Time

Update: At this time, Shell Deer Park is advising that a Shelter-In-Place is not necessary, at this time. At information arises, we will provide updates to social media accounts and the City of Deer Park website at http://deerparktx.gov/2164/Industrial-Fire-Incident—Shell-Chemica

Industrial Fire Incident – Shell Chemical
UPDATE: 5.5.2023 at 6:09 PM
Update: The below statement was provided by Shell Deer Park.
“At approximately 2:56 PM CST a fire started at Shell’s Deer Park Chemicals facility in the olefins unit. The ignited product includes cracked heavy gas oil, cracked light gas oil and gasoline. No injuries have been reported, though a small number of contract employees who were exposed to product are undergoing medical evaluation as a precaution.

Emergency responders are on scene and working to put out the fire. The cause of the fire will be the subject of a future investigation, but our main priorities remain the safety of people and the environment.”

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DPPD: Transportation Code Calls for Timely Signal Use: Avoid Late Turns on the Road.

A lot of drivers turn on their turn signals too late, before turning. Transportation Code says to use your turn signal, 100 ft. prior to turn. Here is a tip: If you are preparing to turn, remember to activate your turn signal first, then brake to turn. This will give the drivers behind you sufficient time to slow down and avoid a collision.

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Heads up. 988 is the new National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.

Brought to you by our friends at 9-1-1 Public Educators of Texas.
When people call, text, or chat 988, they will be connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing Lifeline network. These trained counselors will listen, understand how their problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary. However, if you are experiencing a mental health emergency, you can still contact 9-1-1 for help.
Know Your Location 📍
Stay Calm, Speak Clearly 🗣
Answer all Questions ❓
Don’t Hang Up 📞
Call If You Can, Text If You Can’t 📱

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DPPD: You can catch Juice Jacking charging your phone in public spots.

It’s been recently reported that hackers are hijacking public charging stations (like the ones in airports and hotels), to infect devices with malware, called “juice jacking”. If you plan on traveling, avoid the free public charging stations. Bring your own portable charger or charging brick and USB cord to plug into an electrical outlet.

For more information, visit: https://www.fcc.gov/juice-jacking-dangers-public-usb-charging-stations

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DPPD is looking for a guy who fired off 15 plus rounds from a handgun. If you recognize him, call.

On Friday, 4/14/23, at about 10am the below person of interest was walking around the Falls of Deer Park apartment complex, located at 7201 Spencer Hwy, with two other individuals when one of them fired off 15+ rounds from a handgun for no apparent reason. If you have any information on this person please contact us at [email protected] or call Lt. Brown at 281-930-2142.

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DPPD dispatchers scored a mother load of doughnuts yesterday morning from the Deer Park real estate crew.

This morning our dispatchers were visited by The Community Real Estate Crew. The group brought do-nuts, gift cards, candy, and goodies to honor our dispatchers for Telecommunicator Week. Thank you to everyone who contributed to this wonderful acknowledgement.

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Video: Point of View of a 911 Dispatcher

The job of a telecommunicator is complex, public safety specific, highly technical, multi-tasking heavy and bears little resemblance to clerical roles. Telecommunicators answer 9-1-1, non-emergency phones, answer police, fire and EMS radio, provide lifesaving instructions and support other first responders, in addition to many other duties. Duties are often performed simultaneously and require critical decision making under significant stress.
Please join the Deer Park Police Department in recognizing the hard work of our telecommunicators during National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week!

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Video: Fentanyl is on the rise and is causing people’s demise.

There’s been an increase in reports relating to fentanyl cases in the area. Fentanyl is often pressed into fake pills or cut into street drugs, such as methamphetamine, heroin, and cocaine. It is difficult to tell the difference between fake and real pills. We want to remind the public to not consume any pills without knowing its origin.

A story of one family’s loss to fentanyl: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04q51CjTlXA

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👮 Deer Park’s Most Wanted 👮

If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of individuals featured on our Most Wanted list, please contact Warrant Officer S. Jackson at 281.478.2088

*WARRANT ROUNDUP -> APRIL 15, 2023*

Between April 3rd through April 14th, all warrant fees will be waived if you pay the fines, in full, at the court clerk’s office. This does not apply to any collection fees charged on ALL warrants 60 days, or older, by an outside collection agency.

If you possess an outstanding Deer Park warrant, you can appear at 1302 Center St., Deer Park Municipal Court, in order to pay fines.

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DPPD: Heads up traffic signals are being replaced at Center and Pasadena Blvd. Monday April 4th

Beginning Monday, 4/3/2023, the city’s traffic department will start replacing the traffic signals at Center St and Pasadena Blvd. Alternating lanes will be closed, four-ways, to ensure safety for the signal workers. The estimated completion of this project is approximately one week. Expect delays and use alternate routes such as Luella, East Blvd, or Underwood.

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DPPD: Expect traffic delays Thursday Mar 30th to April 5th at X and Center street for scheduled road work.

The intersection of X Street and Center Street is expected to experience traffic delays beginning Thursday, March 30 due to routine road work with alternating and narrow lanes. Construction should be completed Wednesday, April 5, weather permitting.

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Is this your girlfriend Karl? DPPD is looking for her for “questioning” in a shoplifting heist at a local beauty supply store.

Does anyone know this lady? She is wanted for questioning in a reported theft at a local beauty supply store. If you have any information on who she is you can email us at cri[email protected] or contact Detective Huff at 281-930-2149.

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Get you shreddables together Deer Park cause DPPD is doing it today 10-1pm.

Tomorrow~Tomorrow~Tomorrow…… FREE COMMUNITY WIDE SHRED DAY!
Saturday, March 25th from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or until the truck is full. The event will be in the St. Hyacinth Church parking lot located next to the Police Department.
Please consider dropping off people and or pet food to help support our Deer Park Animal Shelter and Adoption Center and Deer Park Interfaith Helping Hands Food Bank.

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