Houston Police

Happy Halloween, Houston! 🎃 HPD reminds everyone to stay visible, cross safely, and drive carefully. Have a fun and safe Halloween!

HPD’s Environmental Investigations Unit (EIU) continues to fight illegal dumping. Investigators recently identified and arrested two suspects accused of illegally dumping waste at two separate locations in Houston. Have an illegal dumping tip? Call EIU at 713-525-2728.

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This week, HPD’s Northeast Division Differential Response Team and Auto Theft officers recovered stolen vehicles and vehicle parts and arrested one suspect. Abel Vallejo has been charged with theft after approximately $250,000 worth of stolen property was recovered.

¡Halloween ya casi llega! El Departamento de Policía de Houston quiere que todos se diviertan de manera segura. Salgan a pedir dulces en grupos, manténganse alerta al tráfico, usen ropa o accesorios reflectantes y revisen los dulces de sus hijos.

Halloween is here 🎃! HPD wants everyone to have fun and be safe. Trick-or-treat in groups, stay alert around traffic, wear reflective gear, and check your children’s candy.

On October 28, HPD’s Vice Division and Northeast Division’s Differential Response Team (DRT) conducted a proactive prostitution operation in northeast Houston, resulting in the arrest of two male suspects on felony prostitution (buyer) charges.

At a gala, United Against Human Trafficking recognized the dedicated work of the officers in HPD’s Vice Division Human Trafficking Unit. We’re grateful for this recognition & value the strong community partnerships that help us combat human trafficking & keep Houstonians safe.

HPD is releasing information on a critical incident related to an officer-involved shooting at 9619 Yupondale Dr on Sept 28. A summary video is here: loom.ly/6xR8TMs All videos can be viewed here: loom.ly/z8xRFlQ More info is here: loom.ly/MnpiCcE

HPD is releasing body camera footage of an officer-involved shooting at 5800 Hardway Street on October 4. A summary video is here: loom.ly/X75queI All videos can be viewed here: loom.ly/7HIJ9Io More information is here: loom.ly/TDoPfRI

Today, we proudly celebrated the official grand opening of HPD’s new North Belt Division police station at 320 Gears Road. Thank you to our community for your continued trust, support, and partnership.

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Today, 73 cadets took the first step in their journey with HPD Cadet Class 279! Over the next seven months, they’ll undergo training as they prepare to protect & serve our community. Ready to start your journey? Visit hpdcareer.com and become part of something greater.

HPD's Vice Division & @HarrisCountyDAO seized more than $118,000 at an illegal gambling operation in the 20900 block of Katy Fwy. Four suspects were arrested & charged with engaging in organized criminal activity on Oct. 22. Charges are pending against a fifth suspect.

Congratulations to HPD’s SWAT Detail for taking home 1st place overall at the Texas Tactical Police Officers Association SWAT Competition! We’re proud of our officers for their hard work, dedication, and outstanding performance!

HPD is proud of our officers who represented the department at this past Saturday’s Battle of the Badges soccer game! Their hard work, teamwork and dedication were on full display! Thank you to everyone who came out to show their support. We’ll see y’all next year! ⚽

HPD wishes the @HoustonRockets the best of luck as they tip off their season tonight! 🏀 Good luck Rockets! 🚀 #AllFire