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Suspect in custody in connection to deceased body found in Plano residence
On May 16, at approximately noon, officers with the Plano Police Department were dispatched to the 300 block of Dogwood Place in response to the report of a deceased person. Upon officers' arrival, a female was located inside the residence. Plano Fire-Rescue personnel pronounced the subject deceased.
McKinney man who claimed wife’s murder was an accident gets life sentence
McKINNEY, Texas - A McKinney man will spend the rest of his life behind bars for murdering his wife. Collin County District Attorney Greg Willis’s office said 24-year-old Joel Torres shot and killed his common-law wife, Shailene Valez, inside their home in 2021. Torres told police he was trying...
Plano man charged with murdering mother, police say
PLANO, Texas - Plano police say a man has been charged with murdering his mother. The incident happened Thursday afternoon in an apartment on Dogwood Place. Police responded to the scene and found 54-year-old Rene TImmons dead. On Friday morning, police announced charged Robert Lee Timmons, her son, has been...
Police: Man arrested for attacking tow truck driver who was trying to tow his mother's car from Plano parking garage
PLANO, Texas — A man is accused of allegedly using a bar to attack a tow truck driver who was in the process of towing his mother's car in Plano early Friday morning, police said. Shortly before 2:30 a.m. on Friday, Plano police said they received several calls from...
Frisco home catches fire after lightning strike, officials say
FRISCO, Texas - A family lost pretty much everything after a house fire in Frisco Thursday that was likely caused by a lightning strike. Nobody was home when it happened, but a grandmother and her family — including six grandchildren who live there — are devastated. The fire...
Plano Police Honored During National Police Week, Celebrate Community and Alumni Support
National Police Week took on a special significance in Plano, Texas as local law enforcement officers were recognized for their dedication and service to the community. In a public address shared on their official Facebook page, the Plano Texas Police Department took the opportunity to celebrate the sacrifices made by their sworn staff in maintaining law and order. "National Police Week is essential to honor and recognize our sworn staff's dedication, sacrifice, and service," the Plano Texas Police Department stated, paying homage to those who "uphold the values of justice, safety, and community."
Frisco ISD resource officer embraces school community, becomes a member of the family
FRISCO — School resource officers can be controversial — some love them and want more and some people think they make problems worse. But many of the SROs in schools are men and women dedicated to one job: keeping kids safe at school. School resource officer Dario Moreno, at Hunt Middle School in Frisco ISD, sees himself not just as an employee, but as part of the community. "He is somewhat of a celebrity. I think they like him more than they like me sometimes," said Victoria Williams, principal at Hunt Middle School. "Our community, our students, and our staff feel so...
Frisco Police respond to assaults, motor vehicle thefts and other incidents from May 8-14
The following incidents were reported by the Frisco Police Department, according to its crime map data. To view the entire crime map data, visit tinyurl.com/k6wvjjtu. The following information was reported from May 8-14, 2024. May 8, 12:56 a.m.: Assault reported at a residence on the 6300 block of Frisco Square...
Rockwall County Honors Fallen Officers
Rockwall, TX May 17, 2024 – On Friday, at Rest Haven Funeral Home, the annual recognition of law enforcement personnel who lost their lives in service to their state and communities took place. Chief Kirk Aldridge of the Royse City Police Department welcomed those in attendance and expressed that...
Allen Police Department Hosts 'Bags for Gold' Cornhole Tourney to Benefit Special Olympics
Cornhole enthusiasts are gearing up for some friendly competition with a purpose, as the Allen Police Department is hosting a 'Bags for Gold' Cornhole Tournament to benefit local Special Olympics athletes. It's a chance for teams to showcase their skills, enjoy some community spirit, and, most importantly, support a great cause.
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