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CRIME & SAFETY
Leander Police Seek Public's Help to Identify Retail Theft Suspect Spotted in White Sedan
The Leander Police Department is reaching out to the public to aid in identifying a suspect involved in a retail theft last month. As noted in a KVUE report, the incident occurred on June 28 and the suspect was captured on camera exiting a store in a white sedan. Highlighting details from the security footage, the suspect's vehicle bore a license plate marked "SOUTH-POINT."
OSP reports injury crash on I-84
UMATILLA COUNTY – The Oregon State Police reports that a crash Monday night on Interstate 84 at milepost 223 injured two Texans. A commercial motor vehicle driven by Amanj Abdulla of Richmond, Texas sideswiped an over-heated pickup truck with a trailer that was parked on the shoulder of the freeway. The CMV then crashed through the guardrail and rolled down an embankment.
Round Rock holds Fourth of July festivities weeks after a mass shooting at Old Settlers Park
ROUND ROCK, Texas — Round Rock held its Fourth of July celebration at Old Settler's Park on Thursday. The celebration comes weeks after the mass shooting at a Juneteenth festival at the same park that claimed the lives of two women and injured 14 others. During the celebration, safety was at the front of the minds of law enforcement.
Central Texas fire departments get creative for this year’s July 4th messaging
TEXAS - Central Texas fire departments are using creative messaging to remind people about the rules and the dangers related to fireworks. The Round Rock Fire Department posted a video featuring Elmo, while Cedar Park and New Braunfels shared photos of their firefighters holding up signs that said "Leave the fireworks to Katy Perry" and "911 is not for ‘annoying’ fireworks."
Suspect in custody after Pflugerville PD warns residents of police activity
PFLUGERVILLE, Texas — The Pflugerville Police Department has taken a suspect into custody after warning residents about police activity near the Greenridge neighborhood. On Wednesday morning, Pflugerville police warned residents through a Facebook post and a text message alert that police activity was underway near Greenridge, located near State Highway 45 and State Highway 130.
Texas fire departments get creative with Fourth of July messages | FOX 7 Austin
Www.youtube.com – FOX 7 Austin – 2024-07-03 17:41:12. SUMMARY: Central Texas fire departments are creatively using humor to relay safety messages about fireworks. On TikTok, Georgetown Fire Department features “Kota the Fire Dog” to engage the community. This tactic aims to remind citizens about fireworks legality and safety during the 4th of July. Last year's calls increased by 50% in Travis County due to fireworks. Departments advise having water sources ready and cautioning against improperly disposing of fireworks. In Georgetown, fireworks are illegal both in the city and within 5,000 feet of its limits. Residents are encouraged to attend public displays to ensure a safer holiday.
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