Ganado Police Department

05/06/2026

Attention residents of Ganado:

Regarding the Bicycle Rodeo in Edna this Saturday, May 9th, we encourage anyone who is interested to attend. We understand that some residents may not have a way to transport their bicycles to Edna. The City of Ganado is offering assistance for those who need help getting their bicycles to the event.

If you require transportation for your bicycle, please contact us well in advance at 361-771-8071 so we can make arrangements. Thank you, and we hope to see you there

04/27/2026

Join us for an exciting Bicycle Rodeo where kids can learn bike safety, test their skills, and have a great time!

Date: May 9th 2026

Location: 309 Cottonwood St. Edna, TX

Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Bring your own bike and decorate to win some great prizes 🚲

04/27/2026

**Phone was returned to the owner**
Thank you to everyone who shared the post!

An iPhone with a pink case was found at Dever’s Creek Park over the weekend and has been turned into the Police Department. If you believe it is yours, please contact our office at (361) 771-2800 or come in person at 112 E. Putnam Ave., Ganado, TX 77962. The owner must be able to provide the passcode to claim it.

04/14/2026

Ganado boys putting in some work to help keep our campus safe! 🎨🚫

They spent time painting NO PARKING areas by the Ag shop to help manage the heavy traffic during morning drop-off and evening pick-up. These updates will improve visibility, reduce blind spots, and keep the entrance gate clear for buses and delivery trucks.

We appreciate their effort in making our school a safer place for everyone! 👏

03/25/2026

🚨 COMMUNITY NOTICE: ELECTRIC BIKES & SCOOTERS 🚨

The Ganado Police Department has recently observed a significant increase in unsafe and reckless operation of electric bicycles (e-bikes) and electric scooters on public roadways within our community. Many of these incidents involve juveniles operating in a manner that places themselves and others at serious risk.

We want to ensure the public is aware that under Texas law, electric bicycles and motor-assisted scooters are subject to traffic laws and must be operated responsibly.

Key points to understand:

1) Electric bicycles are generally treated the same as traditional bicycles and must obey all traffic laws, including stop signs, signals, and right-of-way rules.

2) Motor-assisted scooters may only be operated on roadways with a speed limit of 35 mph or less.

3) Reckless behavior such as weaving through traffic, ignoring traffic control devices, riding against traffic, or carrying multiple riders is unsafe and unlawful.

4) Parents are responsible for ensuring their children understand and follow these laws.

Effective immediately, the Ganado Police Department will be actively enforcing violations involving electric bicycles and scooters. This includes, but is not limited to: Traffic citations and potential impoundment of equipment in certain circumstances

Our goal is not to issue citations, but to prevent serious injury or loss of life. These devices may seem harmless, but when operated recklessly on public roadways, they present a very real danger.

We ask for the cooperation of all parents and guardians to speak with your children about safe and lawful operation.

If you have questions regarding these laws, please contact the Ganado Police Department.

For reference regarding electric scooter laws, see Texas Transportation Code §§ 551.351 (definition of a motor-assisted scooter) and 551.352 (operation on roadways). For electric bicycle laws, see Texas Transportation Code § 664.001 (definition of an electric bicycle) and §§ 551.101–551.107 (operation of bicycles on roadways).

03/16/2026

Early this morning (03/16) at approximately 1:30 AM, a truck tractor was detached from its trailer and stolen from a lot located at 9042 US Hwy 59 in Ganado. The vehicle was last seen traveling north on US Hwy 59 toward Wharton County. Based on information gathered during the investigation, it is believed the truck may still be in the area. The truck is identified as a gold 2004 Peterbilt 379. Please share this post to help spread the word. Anyone with information regarding this theft is encouraged to contact Chief Besler with the Ganado Police Department at 361-771-2800. Callers may remain anonymous.

02/24/2026

02/13/2026

🚔❤️ Happy School Resource Officer Day!

Today we celebrate the amazing SROs who help keep our Ganado ISD campuses safe and supported each day. Our elementary students showed their appreciation by creating a special banner and coloring pictures just for them!

Thank you, SROs, for all you do for our students and staff. We appreciate you! 🏹

01/22/2026

Tonight at approximately 8:00 p.m., the Ganado Police Department received multiple reports of gunfire in and around the 400 block of North Second Street. Upon arrival, officers identified a suspect who was taken into custody without incident. While the suspect is believed to have discharged several rounds, no injuries were reported. The suspect was booked into the Jackson County Jail and charged with Deadly Conduct.

— Chief of Police Nathan Besler

01/15/2026

Today, Chief Besler had the opportunity to present a lecture to Dr. Yahagi’s Anatomy and Physiology classes at Ganado ISD. The lecture focused on the physiological effects of drugs on the human body. Chief Besler is a Certified Drug Recognition Expert, trained in the detection and recognition of drug impairment. The purpose of the presentation was to educate students and raise awareness of the dangers associated with drug use.

01/08/2026

The Ganado Police Department would like to give a huge thank you to the wonderful students and staff at the Bayside Community Church School for visiting our office today. The students brought handmade drawings of police officers along with some delicious treats. We greatly appreciate it!