Williamson County TX, Sheriff's Office

08/27/2026

Delta Shift East Side before heading out on patrol for the evening. Always proud to serve our Williamson County community. If you’re out and about tonight, stay safe and don’t hesitate to say hello!

08/25/2026

Hey there, Williamson County… it’s game time for a great cause! 🏆

Sheriff Lindemann (last year’s runner‑up) is battling it out again in this year’s Hero of Hope challenge against the local police chiefs… and we want to be clear:

We’re not chasing bragging rights about winning.

We’re chasing bragging rights about making the biggest impact for kids in our community.

It’s about raising the most for the children who need it most.

Let’s show what Williamson County can do when it comes together for its children.

🔗 Donate today: linktr.ee/HeroOfHope

Every donation helps the Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center provide important services like medical exams, forensic interviews, family support, and therapy to children and families affected by abuse during their toughest moments.

08/24/2026

✅ Update 6:36pm: CR 138 has reopened.

🚧 CR 138 from Greenridge Drive to Martin Lane is currently closed due to a structure fire in the 1000 block of CR 138.

Please avoid the area and seek alternate routes.

08/21/2026

1 MORE MONTH… until National Night Out sign-ups close! 😆

Even though the big night isn’t until Tuesday, October 6th, now’s the time to get your neighborhood, block party or business on the list and be part of a fun-filled evening that brings our county together.

Sign up below and let’s make this year’s National Night Out the best one yet!

🔗 https://forms.wilco.org/Forms/8Tvc54
📝 Registration Deadline: September 21st

Have questions? Email our Community Affairs Unit at [email protected].

08/20/2026

Join us in celebrating Detective Newell and his 30 years of service! 🎖️

We’re incredibly proud to recognize this milestone and thank him for three decades of hard work, dedication, and commitment to the citizens of Williamson County and the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office.

Detective Newell has served in law enforcement for nearly 33 years, beginning his career with Williamson County Sheriff's Office in Corrections before moving into our Patrol Division, where he served as a Patrol Deputy, School Resource Officer, Traffic Deputy, and Field Training Officer. He later joined our Criminal Investigations Division, where he has proudly served as a detective for the past 19 years and continues to do so. In addition, Detective Newell is a Master Peace Officer and a certified instructor.

Congratulations, Detective Newell! Thank you for your exceptional service, the sacrifices you’ve made along the way, and the meaningful impact your work continues to have on our agency and community.

08/19/2026

✅ Update: As of 5:35 p.m. CR 314 has reopened.

Deputies are responding to a single-vehicle crash on County Road 314 involving an overturned 18-wheeler that has blocked the roadway. No injuries were reported.

County Road 314 is currently closed from N Interstate Highway 35 to County Road 375.

Please avoid the area and seek alternate routes.

08/19/2026

Please be aware of an increased law enforcement presence near the Pond Springs/Pond Woods area of Austin as Williamson County Sheriff’s Office assists Austin Police Department.

Avoid the area if possible.

08/18/2026

⚠️ A burn ban is in effect for Williamson County! 🚫🔥

08/13/2026

11:08am Update: Roadways have reopened.

All of westbound W SH 29 has been shut down at Kaufmann Loop. Vehicles traveling westbound will be forced to either turn left or right onto Kaufmann Loop. Eastbound W SH 29 from Ronald Reagan to Kaufmann Loop will be funneled down to one lane only. The closure should last approximately 1 hour.

Please expect delays and find alternate routes if possible.

An update will be made when the roadways have reopened.

08/12/2026