Keller Public Safety

08/30/2026

🌙🚔 WHILE YOU SLEEP…

While most of our community was home for the night, Officer Olsen and our night shift officers were out doing what they do best, proactively working to keep City of Keller Government and Town of Westlake-Government safe.

During a recent traffic stop, Officer Olsen’s investigation led to the discovery and seizure of:

➡️ More than 250 grams of methamphetamine
➡️ Approximately 60 grams of GHB
➡️ He**in
➡️ Cash and additional evidence consistent with narcotics sales activity

What began as a traffic stop turned into a significant narcotics arrest and a substantial amount of illegal drugs being removed from our streets.

This is the kind of police work that often happens when nobody is watching. At 2:00 in the morning, there aren't many people around to see the traffic stop, the investigation that follows, or the work our officers put in long after an arrest is made.

But that work matters.

Outstanding proactive police work by Officer Olsen and another great example of our night shift team protecting this community while everyone sleeps. 👏🚔

08/27/2026

A busy night calls for a good team — and a little behind-the-scenes hustle.

Keller Fire-Rescue answered 13 storm-related calls Wednesday night, with 10 coming in the span of just one hour. And while crews were out handling the calls, Chief Skaggs and Deputy Chief Huntley were at Station 2 putting together six brand-new beds so their crews would have a place to rest when they finally made it home.

That’s taking care of your people.

Thanks to our crews, dispatchers and mutual-aid partners from Roanoke and Southlake for a long night of looking out for Keller.

Woah. Did anyone else feel like yesterday’s storm had a personal grudge against Keller?

While most of us were watching the sky, checking the radar and wondering when it was finally going to let up, Keller’s emergency crews were busy responding.

Keller Fire-Rescue handled 13 storm-related calls Wednesday evening — including 10 in a single hour. At least one Keller Fire unit responded to every call, with mutual aid from Roanoke and Southlake helping crews keep up with the volume.

Public Works crews were clearing downed trees and limbs, including three trees blocking Rufe Snow Drive that were removed within the hour. When a traffic signal went out at U.S. 377 and Keller Parkway, crews deployed eight temporary stop signs while TxDOT was notified.

And the work didn’t stop when the storm did. Crews were back out early Thursday morning clearing additional debris and downed trees.

Behind the scenes, Water Production crews also worked through power, pump and communication issues, with all systems back to normal by 9 p.m.

And one more thing we think is worth mentioning: while crews were out responding to calls, Fire Chief Skaggs and Deputy Chief Huntley were at Fire Station 2 building six beds for the crews coming back from the storm. The beds had just been delivered before the storm, and the Chiefs made sure their crews would have somewhere to rest when they finally got back.

That’s what taking care of Keller looks like — and sometimes, it means taking care of the people who are taking care of Keller.

08/26/2026

EDIT 7:19PM: 📢STORM RELATED CLOSURES AND OUTAGES 📢
🔴Willis Lane is currently CLOSED between North Tarrant Parkway and Ridgegate Parkway due to downed power lines. Please avoid the area and use an alternate route. There is currently no estimated time for repairs or reopening.. Please use caution and do not approach downed power lines.

🔴The traffic light at HWY 377 and FM 1709 is currently out. Crews are working hard to restore the light, and stop signs will be deployed shortly.

🔴Due to the high volume of storm related outages, we do not have an ETA on restoration from Oncor or Tri County at this time.

Updates regarding power outages and roadway closures will be provided as they become available.

📢Heads Up Keller!📢
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued to include Keller.

Main threats include winds of 60 miles per hour and quarter-sized hail.

If you are currently outdoors, move inside until the storm passes.

Stay Safe, Keller!

08/25/2026

🔥MUTUAL AID FIRE RESPONSE🔥
At the request of the Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System (TIFMAS), four members of the Keller Fire Department have deployed with a Type 1 engine to support ongoing grass-fire response operations across Texas.

TIFMAS allows Texas fire departments to mobilize qualified personnel and resources to assist communities during major emergencies. These deployments strengthen statewide response capabilities while providing valuable experience that benefits our personnel and the Keller community.

A Type 1 engine provides a high-capacity fire pump, water, hose, equipment, and trained personnel. During grass fires, these engines are especially important for protecting homes and other structures, establishing water supplies, supporting fire-attack operations, and responding to fires where wildland areas meet developed communities.

We are proud of these members for their commitment, professionalism, and willingness to serve wherever they are needed. We are also grateful to their families for supporting them as they assist communities facing dangerous wildfire conditions.

Please help us in wishing our members a safe deployment and a safe return home!

08/21/2026

🐾 WE’RE HIRING: ANIMAL CONTROL SUPERVISOR! 🐾

Are you an experienced animal services professional ready to take the next step in your career?

Regional Animal Services is looking for our next Animal Control Supervisor!

We’re searching for a motivated and experienced leader who can support and develop our Animal Control Officers, oversee daily operations, build strong relationships within the communities we serve, and help us continue providing professional and compassionate animal services throughout our region.

This is an opportunity to lead a team where the work matters every day. Protecting animals, assisting residents, solving problems, and helping create safer communities for both people and pets.

If you know someone who would be a great fit, please share this post or tag them below!

Interested candidates can learn more and apply through the City of Keller's employment opportunities. Or, click here: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=06d9a437-c002-422a-bb14-76457475b462&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US&jobId=593438

08/20/2026

***UPDATE*** Great job Keller! He has been located safe and sound and has been reunited with his family. Have a great evening.

Note: His name and photo have been removed for privacy.
Help us locate a missing juvenile.

He rode the bus home from school today with friends and got off at a bus stop but has not made it home. He made a comment to his friend that he was nervous to go home since he got in a little trouble at school today.

He is 5’-04” tall and weighs about 100 lbs. we was wearing a brown shirt and black shorts.

If you have any information, please call our dispatch center at (817) 743-4522.

08/20/2026

Thinking about making a change? Maybe it’s time to see what Keller PD has to offer.

We’re looking for experienced police officers who want to continue their careers with an organization that values professionalism, teamwork, leadership, community policing, integrity, collaboration, empathy, respect, and taking care of our people.

You’ve already put in the work. You’ve gained the experience. You’ve learned the job.

You don’t have to start over to start something new.

At KPD, you’ll have opportunities to grow professionally, serve an engaged community, work alongside a great team, and continue building a career you can be proud of.

Know a great officer who might be ready for a change? Tag them or share this post with them!

👉 APPLY TODAY:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=06d9a437-c002-422a-bb14-76457475b462&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US&jobId=593842

Bring your experience. Find your next opportunity. Join Keller PD.

08/17/2026

🚔 NOW HIRING LATERAL OFFICERS

Thinking about making a change? Maybe it’s time to see what Keller PD has to offer.

We’re looking for experienced police officers who want to continue their careers with an organization that values professionalism, teamwork, leadership, community policing, integrity, collaboration, empathy, respect, and taking care of our people.

You’ve already put in the work. You’ve gained the experience. You’ve learned the job.

You don’t have to start over to start something new.

At KPD, you’ll have opportunities to grow professionally, serve an engaged community, work alongside a great team, and continue building a career you can be proud of.

Know a great officer who might be ready for a change? Tag them or share this post with them!

👉 APPLY TODAY:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=06d9a437-c002-422a-bb14-76457475b462&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US&jobId=593842

Bring your experience. Find your next opportunity. Join Keller PD.

08/16/2026

Please avoid the area of Mt. Gilead and Bourland for the next few hours due to a structure fire.

08/14/2026

🔥 BURN BAN IN EFFECT
Following Tarrant County’s issuance of an outdoor burning ban and due to continued dry conditions and elevated fire danger, the City of Keller has implemented temporary outdoor burning restrictions effective immediately.

Until further notice:
🚫 Recreational and ceremonial fires are prohibited.
🚫 Wood-burning fire pits, fire rings and similar outdoor fires are prohibited.
🚫 Burning leaves, brush, yard debris and similar materials remains prohibited.
🍔 Outdoor cooking is still permitted using approved grills, smokers and other cooking appliances when used safely and attended at all times.

Residents are also encouraged to use extra caution with welding, grinding, mowing and other activities that may produce sparks or heat near dry vegetation.

The Keller Fire Marshal’s Office will continue monitoring conditions, and the restrictions will be lifted when conditions improve.

Questions? Contact the Keller Fire Marshal’s Office at 817-743-4400.

Please help us reduce the risk of preventable fires during these dry conditions.