Bedford Texas Police Department

04/11/2026

This morning started off on a sweet note with two lemonade stands in Bedford! 🍋 A big thank you to these young entrepreneurs for brightening our day and bringing a little extra joy to the community. 💛

04/10/2026

Our Citizens Police Academy participants continue to get an inside look at the many roles within the Bedford Police Department! 🚔

Earlier this week, the class learned about SWAT operations during a demonstration led by members of the team. Participants explored the equipment used by SWAT and heard examples of scenarios the team may encounter in the field.

04/09/2026

Let’s shoot some hoops! 🏀 The Bedford Police Department is hosting a free summer basketball camp for incoming 6th grade boys and girls at The Bedford Center YMCA (2801 Forest Ridge Dr.) the week of June 15-18.

From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., campers will learn dribbling, passing, rebounding, and shooting skills, as well as defense and teamwork. Make sure to provide a lunch for your camper - the only day lunch will be provided is on Thursday. Please note, this camp is open to students in Bedford elementary schools.

Interested in signing your kiddo up? Space is limited, so contact Officer Spears for registration information at [email protected] or call 817-952-2427.

04/08/2026

Our March Police Monthly Activity Report is here! 🚨🚔 This report provides a clear, easy-to-read snapshot of key activity and statistics from March, including traffic stops, calls received by Dispatch, cases opened for investigation, and more.

04/02/2026

Thank you to the Tarrant County District Attorney's Office for their hard work in seeking justice in this case!

Thanks to the Bedford Police Department for their work on this case and for their commitment to keeping our community safe.

03/31/2026

This month, the Bedford Police Department held our Annual Awards Banquet for 2025. Members of our department, both sworn and professional staff, were honored for their dedication and service to our community. Congratulations to all our award recipients, especially our Employees of the Year! 👏

⭐️ Civilian of the Year – Crime Scene Technician Amanda Rachal
⭐️ Rookie of the Year – Officer J. Allison
⭐️ Officer of the Year – Officer J. Brooks
⭐️ Supervisor of the Year – Sergeant T. Stillman

A special thank you to Rock Island Auction Company for letting us use their space for our banquet.

03/27/2026

Bedford Police would like to thank our regional law enforcement partners for their outstanding collaboration and dedication in bringing this group to justice. This same crew was linked to a Bedford case from October 2025, when an ATM was stolen from the 7-Eleven at Harwood Drive and SH 121. We’re grateful for the teamwork across agencies that helped hold these individuals accountable and keep our communities safer.

A five-month-long investigation has led to a bust.
On Sunday, March 22, 2026, our Officers conducted a joint operation with the Dallas Police Department, Euless Police Department, Bedford Police Department, along with Special Agents from the Texas Department of Public Safety, to apprehend three suspects responsible for hundreds of vehicle burglaries and multiple ATM thefts throughout the Metroplex. Following the arrests, investigators recovered stolen vehicles, fi****ms and large amounts of narcotics and cash.
All three suspects were subsequently transported to the Grapevine Police Jail and booked on dozens of felony arrest warrants issued by law enforcement agencies throughout DFW.
Great teamwork by our Officers and a huge thanks to every agency that assisted in this collaboration!

03/25/2026

Thanks to everyone that joined us at the Bedford YMCA today for Coffee with a Cop. ☕💙 We loved getting to connect, chat, and enjoy a cup of coffee with you.

03/23/2026

Heads up, Bedford! 🚨

Heads up, Bedford! 🚨⚠️ The City will conduct a scheduled test of its emergency notification system on Thursday, April 2 between 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. in conjunction with the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM).

The test will ONLY include a test of Bedford’s emergency alerts (learn more and sign-up: www.bedfordtx.gov/alert). The City regularly tests its outdoor warning sirens, so the sirens will not be included.

This test will also be conducted by hundreds of our communities across Texas on this day and will help ensure all emergency notification systems are operating properly. They may also be testing their sirens or phone notifications.

‼ This is ONLY A TEST. There is NO EMERGENCY and no action is required. ‼

Because other cities across the state are participating, you may receive more than one test alert on your phone or email. While this may be inconvenient, do NOT opt out of emergency alerts. They are a critical tool for sharing urgent information during real emergencies and can help save lives.

For more information about this test, please visit the TDEM website at https://tdem.texas.gov/press-release/3-18-26-drill.

03/22/2026

Save the date! 📆 Our next Coffee with a Cop will be this Wednesday, March 25. Join Bedford Police Officers from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at The Bedford Center YMCA (2801 Forest Ridge Dr.) to meet officers, have your questions answered, and enjoy a cup of coffee. We hope to see you there! ☕

03/20/2026

Speeding is one of the leading causes of crashes – and it’s something we can all control! In Bedford, nearly 300 crashes last year were linked to excessive speed. It also takes much longer to stop than many drivers realize – about 120 feet at 30 mph and 164 feet at 40 mph.

We all have places to be, but getting there safely matters more.

As spring break wraps up, remember school zones will be back in effect Monday morning. 🚸🚨 Slow down, stay alert, and watch for our kiddos returning to campus.

03/13/2026

Congratulations to our two newest officers! This week, Chief LaPenna swore in Officer Tran and Officer Jordan. Welcome to Bedford - we're proud to have you both serving our community. 💙