Carthage Texas Police Department

Carthage Texas Police Department Welcome to the Carthage Police Department page.

For specific questions regarding the Carthage Police Department, please contact the agency at (903) 693-3866. This page was created to share information about the organization with the general public, and to promote appropriate information exchange with community members. NOTICE ABOUT COMMENTS ON OUR PAGE

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r page is used to share important and timely information with the public, including safety alerts, community updates, and department news. Limiting comments helps us:

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Thank you for your understanding and for helping us keep our community informed and safe.

The Carthage Police Department is currently accepting applications for the Police Academy class beginning in October! 👮‍...
08/14/2026

The Carthage Police Department is currently accepting applications for the Police Academy class beginning in October! 👮‍♂️👮‍♀️
If you’ve ever considered a career in law enforcement, now is your opportunity!

It’s that time of year again when parents and children across the city and county are heading back to school. As part of...
08/11/2026

It’s that time of year again when parents and children across the city and county are heading back to school. As part of our commitment to overall campus safety, Carthage Police Department would like to help you with your preparations by offering these simple safety tips and reminders.

🚔Holly St. in front of the Junior High is a ONE way street open for Westbound traffic only from 7:30am-8:15am and 2:45pm-3:30pm Mon-Fri during drop off and pick up times.

🚔Also NO left turns into Baker Koonce on Daniels St. or the Primary on N. Adams St. drop off entrances. Signs are posted for no left hand turns.

👀Be on the lookout for school zone signals and ALWAYS obey the speed limits.

🚦When entering a school zone, be sure to slow down and obey all traffic laws.

🛑Always stop for school buses that are loading or unloading children. Do not pass a bus loading or unloading.

🚸Be aware of and watch out for children near schools, bus stops, sidewalks, in the streets, in school parking lots, etc.

📵Never text/talk while driving in a school zone. Cell phone usage is prohibited.

✋Never use handicap or emergency vehicle lanes or spaces to drop off or pick up children at school. Curbs are painted and signs are posted on where NOT to park, stop, or stand, in your vehicles. Obey these signs.

08/10/2026

🚨 SCAM ALERT — PLEASE SHARE 🚨

We have been made aware of scammers attempting to solicit money while claiming to represent the Carthage Athletic Booster Club.

These individuals are sending emails and making phone calls claiming to be affiliated with the Booster Club and requesting money or donations.

⚠️ Please be cautious! If you receive a call, email, or message requesting money on behalf of the Carthage Athletic Booster Club, do not send money or provide personal or financial information until you have independently verified the request.

If you are unsure whether a request is legitimate, contact the Carthage Athletic Booster Club directly through a known, official contact method rather than responding to the message or number provided by the person contacting you. (You're welcome to contact Andy Dawson at 903-557-0624)

Please share this post to help prevent others in our community from falling victim to this scam.

When in doubt, verify before you give! 🚨

COMMUNITY NOTICE – DOOR-TO-DOOR SOLICITOR The City of Carthage Police Department would like to let our community know th...
08/10/2026

COMMUNITY NOTICE – DOOR-TO-DOOR SOLICITOR
The City of Carthage Police Department would like to let our community know that we have a new door-to-door solicitor, Stefan from Estonia.

He is currently in Carthage speaking with families about educational resources through Southwestern Advantage.

Stefan has obtained the proper permit from the City of Carthage to conduct door-to-door solicitation within the city! 📚

🔥 COUNTY BURN BAN IN EFFECT 🔥Please be advised that a burn ban is currently in effect for Panola County.Reminder for Cit...
08/04/2026

🔥 COUNTY BURN BAN IN EFFECT 🔥
Please be advised that a burn ban is currently in effect for Panola County.
Reminder for City of Carthage residents: Outdoor burning is also prohibited within the Carthage city limits under city ordinance, regardless of whether a county burn ban is in effect.

Thank you for doing your part to protect our community, homes, property, and first responders. Stay safe and please help us keep Panola County fire-free. 🔥🚫

Community policing is about more than answering calls—it's about building relationships, one cup of lemonade at a time. ...
07/18/2026

Community policing is about more than answering calls—it's about building relationships, one cup of lemonade at a time. Thanks, Hanna & Ollie, for the refreshing stop! 🍋💙🚔

📷Pictured with Officer Rodie Lawhorn

🚨 MASH BASH is NEXT WEEK! 🚨Just a friendly reminder to come out and participate in this year's MASH BASH!📅 Wednesday & T...
07/08/2026

🚨 MASH BASH is NEXT WEEK! 🚨

Just a friendly reminder to come out and participate in this year's MASH BASH!

📅 Wednesday & Thursday
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
📍 Texas Country Music Hall of Fame

This year, we've got a little friendly competition going on between 🔥 Team Fire and 🚔 Team PD! Show your support for whichever team you're rooting for while helping make a difference.

✅ To sign up, simply scan the QR code below.

We hope to see everyone there! Thank you for your support!

The Carthage Police Department is seeking the owner of lawn equipment that was found on Monday in the area of W. Panola ...
06/25/2026

The Carthage Police Department is seeking the owner of lawn equipment that was found on Monday in the area of W. Panola Street near Brookshire's.

If you believe this property may belong to you, please contact the department and provide an accurate description of the item(s), including any identifying features, so ownership can be verified.

Only the rightful owner will be able to claim the property.
Please call 903-693-3866 with any information.

Carthage Police Department would like to extend our sincere thanks to UT Health EMS for their generous donation of CPR R...
06/18/2026

Carthage Police Department would like to extend our sincere thanks to UT Health EMS for their generous donation of CPR Resuscitation Bags for our patrol units.

This equipment will help our officers provide critical lifesaving care when every second counts. We greatly appreciate our partnership with UT Health EMS and their continued support of public safety and the citizens of our community.

Thank you, UT Health EMS, for helping us better serve and protect Carthage. 🚔❤️🚑

The Carthage Police Department would like to thank the Carthage Service League for their generous donation of LifeVac me...
05/14/2026

The Carthage Police Department would like to thank the Carthage Service League for their generous donation of LifeVac medical devices for our Patrol Units.

These devices provide officers with another important lifesaving tool that can be used during choking emergencies while serving our community. We greatly appreciate the continued support of organizations like the Carthage Service League and their commitment to helping keep our citizens safe.

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453 W. Sabine
Carthage, TX
75633

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