Message from the Chief – Rash of Forced Entry Burglaries & Protection Tips – Over this past weekend and again today, the Aransas Pass Police Department has investigated reports of forced entry burglaries. One commonality of these cases is that the suspect(s) are kicking in doors of the residences. On at least two occasions, the […]

Message from the Chief – LTC (formerly CHL) & Open Carry – January 1st, 2016 is just over a day away, and that’s big news for those interested in openly carrying a handgun.  Additionally, there are changes in the current LTC laws that will affect all LTC licensees.  As you’ll see, many of them are favorable for […]

Message from the Chief – Back to School Aransas Pass 2015 – Summer break is over and now it’s back the the hustle bustle of weekly school life. Just as we hope you enjoyed a great summer break, we likewise want to make sure your have a safe and enjoyable 2015-2016 school year. As it […]

Lifesavers Recognized, 3 Officers and 2 Good Samaritans – This evening before the Aransas Pass City Council, I recognized the actions of three officers and two citizens. The officers received the Lifesaving Award, and the two citizens received a Letter of Recognition and Appreciation. On Saturday, February 7, 2015, just after 7:50 a.m., Officer Daniel […]

Message from the Chief – 911, an Inside Look – What happens when someone dials 911? What information must one be prepared to share? Are the dispatchers busy? How do people know their call will be taken seriously? Many have questions about 911 communications, and others have expressed concerns about their experience calling in. For […]

Message from the Chief – Sophisticated Fraud Scheme – I want to share a special caution with folks about a recent attempt to steal money from an elderly resident. Criminal attempts of this nature are running rampant in the Coastal Bend nowadays. A great rule of thumb to live by: When in doubt, give us […]

Message from the Chief – Burglars & Thieves – Aransas Pass is no stranger to these types of property crimes. They’re intrusive, disruptive, and downright offensive! We want to share with you some statistical information and other findings about these crimes as they relate to our community. Our goal is to keep you informed on […]

Message from the Chief – Handy-Man & Contractor Scam – Residents in Aransas Pass are not free from the vulnerabilities of these types of crimes. In fact, we just completed a case on one husband & wife operation responsible for defrauding several within the Coastal Bend. Trust us, it’s easier to prevent these crimes than […]

Message from the Chief – Importance of Displaying Your Address – This satirical clip from the movie Pleasantville was the best I could find to help demonstrate the analogy of how emergency personnel look and feel when trying to find a location that doesn’t display its address. Though your house or business location is obvious […]

Message from the Chief – Distracted Driving – Do you realize the dangers of distracted driving? Did you know there’s an ordinance within Aransas Pass City Limits, and some other Coastal Bend Cities, that bans the use of a cell phone while operating a motor vehicle? Let’s look as some of the facts from just […]

This weeks Hot, Hit Cop Tip – Gun Control. That’s right the issue this week has to do with Gun Control… Okay, well not exactly as many of you are probably thinking right now. To our friends at OCT, calm down I think you’ll actually appreciate the purpose of this weeks tip, as it’s more […]

This weeks Hot, Hit Cop Tip – Curfew, How it Works in Aransas Pass. Recently, and no doubt because of extended holiday breaks, we have seen an increase in nighttime curfew violations. Since November 1st, 2014, officers cited 29 minors for violating the City’s curfew ordinance. And, did you know Aransas Pass PD has a […]

This weeks Hot, Hit Cop Tip – To Stop or Not to Stop… as it pertains to loading or unloading school buses. We’ve been issuing citations recently for motorists not stopping for loading and unloading school buses. We felt this was a perfect time to remind motorists of their responsibilities when approaching a stopped and […]

Tonight at the Aransas Pass City Council meeting, we recognized two individuals for their lifesaving efforts back in October of 2014. The two recognized were Fred Shaw, resident, and Officer Daniel Piper. On Sunday, October 19, 2014, resident Fred Shaw summoned officers to the 200 block of Pompano Drive for a suspicious vehicle driving through […]

In keeping with our new tradition, we bring you this weeks Hot, Hip Cop Tip – Mobile Security. You may recall last weeks tip on Identity Theft and Fraud. During the holidays, this topic becomes quite important. We want to make sure you stay informed, as an informed target is a far less desirable victim […]