Friendswood Police Officers Association

05/25/2026

Friendswood resident Lance Cpl. Wesley Joel Canning, 21, died in combat during Operation Iraqi Freedom. A 2002 graduate of Friendswood High School, he was killed on November 10, 2004, by enemy action in the Anbar province of Iraq.

Lance Corporal Wesley Canning, KIA 2004

05/25/2026

The Friendswood Police Officers Association honors and remembers the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Their courage, selflessness, and unwavering commitment to protecting the freedoms we enjoy will never be forgotten.

05/17/2026

During EMS Appreciation Week, May 17–23, 2026, the Friendswood Police Officers Association proudly recognizes and thanks the dedicated EMS professionals who serve our community with courage, compassion, and professionalism.

This year’s National EMS Week theme, “Improving Outcomes, Together,” highlights the vital partnerships among EMTs, paramedics, 911 dispatchers, and allied healthcare teams. These partnerships make a difference in the lives of those we serve every day.

We are grateful for your teamwork, sacrifice, and commitment to improving outcomes for our community. It is an honor to serve beside you in protecting and caring for the citizens of Friendswood.

Thank you for all you do. Happy EMS Week! 🚑💙👮‍♂️

05/15/2026

As National Police Week comes to a close, our commitment remains the same.

We will continue to honor those we’ve lost, support their families, and serve our community with dedication and integrity.

Thank you for taking this week to reflect with us—and for your ongoing support.

05/14/2026

05/14/2026

This week, Officer Carson Jacobs proudly presented a blue rose in memory of Sgt. James E. Dement, Jr. during the 2026 Annual Peace Officers Memorial Ceremony — a touching tribute to a fallen brother who will never be forgotten. We were also honored to stand alongside Mayor Mike Foreman as he presented a proclamation recognizing National Police Week and the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers everywhere.

A special thank you to Calvary Houston Church for showing their support and appreciation by hosting a wonderful luncheon for our officers and staff at the police department. Your kindness and encouragement mean more than words can express.

We are truly blessed to serve such an incredible community. Friendswood’s support for law enforcement is a reminder that we are never alone in our mission to protect and serve. Thank you for standing with us — not just this week, but every day. 💙

05/14/2026

Today we recognize the officers who serve right here in our community.

They answer the call at all hours, face uncertainty, and remain committed to protecting and serving with professionalism and care.

We are proud of the men and women who wear the badge.

05/13/2026

We are grateful for the continued support from our community.

Policing is a partnership, and your encouragement, kindness, and trust mean everything to our officers. Whether it’s a wave, a kind word, or simply working together to keep our city safe—it matters.

Thank you for standing with us.

05/12/2026

Thank you Galveston Police Department for hosting the 2026 Annual Peace Officers Memorial Ceremony. Job well done!

We are grateful for the opportunity to join you in honoring Sgt. James E. Dement, Jr., End of Watch December 27, 2021. His service, sacrifice, and dedication to the community will never be forgotten.

05/12/2026

We are proud of you! Detective Sills was Friendswood's nomination for The Fifty Club of Galveston County Officer of the Year. This annual recognition is just one of several National Police Week events.

The Friendswood Police Department would like to recognize our 2026 Officer of the Year, Detective Sills.

Detective Sills’ was nominated for his outstanding investigative work in a complex gold scam targeting elderly victims. Through his dedicated efforts, he worked collaboratively with federal, state, and local law enforcement partners, as well as a prosecutors, to unravel a scheme that preyed upon some of our community’s most vulnerable residents. His dedication, professionalism, leadership, and compassion for serving the community is next to none.

Congratulations Detective Sills on this accomplishment and thank you for serving our department and community so selflessly!