CRIME & SAFETY
Denton police arrest drive-by shooting suspect in October incident
Denton police arrested a 19-year-old man Tuesday in connection with a drive-by shooting that damaged vehicles parked outside a residence, according to a police report. On Oct. 22, Denton officers were dispatched to a shots-heard call near East Sherman Drive and East Windsor Drive.
Missing 10-Year-Old Boy Found Safe in Denton, Community and Police Efforts Applauded
A sigh of relief swept through the community of Denton, Texas, as the missing 10-year-old boy known as DJ was found safe after an hours-long search that sparked widespread concern. The young boy had vanished from near his home located at Withers Street and Bell Avenue, leading to an urgent call for help from the Denton Police Department.
Denton resident reports teenagers kicked in his door
A Denton resident reported that a group of teenagers he doesn’t know kicked in his door Monday, according to a police report. At about 5:10 p.m., Denton officers were dispatched to a burglary in progress call from the 3800 block of Stuart Road.
The impact of school shootings on teens' mental health: "Let them speak."
ARLINGTON — The recent shooting death of a student at Bowie High School in Arlington stirred up a very real fear that exists in the minds of teenage students everywhere, according to TCU Psychiatrist and Professor Dr. Cheryl Hurd."The vast majority of teenagers now in America… well over 50 percent when surveyed by a variety including the National Institute of Mental Health fear a school shooting at this point," Hurd said. "Teenagers know what is going on, but they also feel less empowered. They are minors and there are restrictions on them and they don't have in their opinion access to...
Denton police report: Thieves steal $52,000 in copper wiring from construction site
A Denton apartment construction site superintendent reported Tuesday that someone stole $52,600 worth of copper wiring from units, according to a police report. At about 9 a.m., officers responded to a theft report in the 4000 block of North Elm Street.
Denton restaurant worker reports customer threatened him with armed robbery
An employee at a Denton restaurant reported Monday that a customer threatened to bring in a gun and rob the business, according to a police report. At about 9:11 p.m., Denton officers responded to a disturbance call in the 2900 block of West University Drive.
Argyle firefighter transferred to long-term care facility while recovering from crash
Corey Claytor, a firefighter/paramedic for Denton County ESD No. 1 (formerly Argyle Fire District), has been transferred to a long-term acute care facility as he continues to recover from a serious motorcycle accident. Claytor suffered multiple serious injuries in an off-duty collision on March 22, and for the next three...
New ‘soft’ interview room at Denton police station designed to set crime victims at ease
Correction This story was updated to clarify details and victims of the crimes committed by Reginald Kimbro. When victims of violent crimes across the nation enter a police station for an interview, they can probably expect to find themselves in the same barren room that suspects do. Just a table...
Pilot Point council member arrested on DWI charge receives no-bill
A Denton County grand jury has voted not to indict Pilot Point City Council member Andrew Ambrosio, who was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated last year. Ambrosio, 40, was arrested by Pilot Point police on the DWI charge on Dec. 30. He was released from the Denton County Jail after posting bail that same day.
Denton police report: Burglar at IOOF steals toys for charity from storage shed
An unknown burglar allegedly stole toys and other items stored for the Toys for Tots charity at the Denton IOOF Lodge on Monday, according to a police report. At about 11:12 a.m. Monday, Denton officers responded to a criminal mischief call at the Denton Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge Hall at 1415 Eden Lane.
On the map: Denton police reports from April 15-21
The Denton Police Department arrested 68 individuals and responded to 2,748 service and officer-initiated calls from April 15 to April 21. These included reports of aggravated assault, robbery, displaying a firearm and multiple home burglaries.
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