EL PASO – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) along with several partner agencies issued nearly 100 violations as part of an enhanced enforcement operation focused on the state’s Move Over or Slow Down and distracted driving laws.
Press Releases
May 28, 2020- AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety’s (DPS) Regulatory Services Division (RSD) continues to work to address illegal activity surrounding fraudulent vehicle inspections known as “clean scanning.” In its most recent enforcement operation, which was conducted in the Houston area this month, 19 warrants were secured for criminal activity related to clean scanning.
- AUSTIN – Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitive Miguel Gomez is this month’s Featured Fugitive. The reward for information leading to his arrest is now increased to $8,500 during November if the tip is received this month.
- AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announces Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitive Adiah Roberson is now back in custody following her arrest on Oct. 22. A Crime Stoppers tip led to her arrest, and a reward will be paid.
- AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety’s (DPS) iWatchTexas program received a record number of school safety related reports during the month of September – more than double previous years.
- AUSTIN – As Halloween approaches, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) would like to remind all Texans to prioritize safety while enjoying the festivities. Whether you are trick-or-treating, attending a Halloween event or traveling the roads, staying alert and taking precautions is essential.
- AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announces a Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitive is back in custody following his recent arrest. Authorities arrested Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitive Luis Becerra on Oct. 5. A Crime Stoppers reward will be paid.
- MIDLAND – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking information in the 2018 disappearance of Caitlin Denison, 19, of Reno, NV., as there is renewed interest in the case based on new information gathered by the Texas Rangers. Investigators believe the public may have key information to help solve this case.
- AUSTIN – Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Director Steven C. McCraw was honored yesterday for his legacy of leadership and service at what was his last Public Safety Commission (PSC) meeting before his retirement later this year.
- AUSTIN – Yesterday, the Public Safety Commission (PSC), along with Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Director Steven McCraw, recognized the service of several Texans at the PSC meeting at DPS Headquarters in Austin. PSC Commissioners and Director McCraw presented one Director’s citation, one Director’s Award, five Lifesaving Awards and one additional recognition.
- AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has released a report on the sustainability and accessibility of Texas’ Compassionate Use Program (CUP) to members of the Texas Public Safety Commission (PSC) along with state lawmakers.
- AUSTIN – A confirmed Tren de Aragua (TdA) gang member is now in custody following his arrest on Monday, Oct. 7, by Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Special Agents in Houston.
- AUSTIN – Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitive Ernest Nathan is this month’s Featured Fugitive. The reward for information leading to his arrest is increased to $6,000 for the month if the tip is received in October.
- AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is proud to announce its Fitness Wellness Unit (FWU) is the recipient of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund’s 2024 Officer Wellness Award. The FWU was selected for its robust efforts to increase the overall physical, mental and overall health of DPS personnel across the state.
- AUSTIN – Over the last week, Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Troopers working Operation Lone Star – the state’s mission to secure our southern border and deter, detect and interdict criminal activity between ports of entry – have apprehended two large groups of illegal immigrants, many coming from countries of special interest, attempting to unlawfully enter the United States.