Mineral Wells Police Department

06/11/2026

🍎 School Resource Officers Appreciation Lunch 2026 👏

Last Wednesday, Chief Denison, Assist. Chief Hamscher, and Lt. Streun celebrated with the MWPD SROs to mark another Great School Year in the books! The dedication of these Officers to protect the Children, Staff, and Families of Mineral Wells Schools is to be Recognized and Commended. SRO Foley was presented with a plaque to commemorate 15 Years of Service with MWPD 👏

Thank You, SROs, for All You Do!

- SRO Cpl. P. Judd
- SRO L. Foley
- SRO J. Poole
- SRO D. Hart
- SRO T. Lively
- SRO. R. Hunter

06/03/2026

🚔 Mineral Wells PD is proud to Announce 3 New Officers have Joined our Family!

1. Ofc. / SRO Ricky Hunter

And the graduation of 2 Department sponsored Cadets from the Weatherford College Law Enforcement Academy Class #72!

2. Ofc. Nate Groce
3. Ofc. Josh Almanza

They now start Department Field Training.
💙 Congratulations and Welcome to MWPD!!!!

05/22/2026

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FREE * FREE * FREE! Saturday, May 23rd, 10am to Noon at the MW Animal Shelter.

YOU HEARD THAT RIGHT!!!
FREE rabies Vaccine and FREE Microchip clinic coming
May 23rd at the Animal Shelter!!!!
10 am to Noon!
DO NOT MISS THIS EVENT!!!

05/19/2026

This morning, during National Police Week and following Peace Officers Memorial Day, a wonderful local resident dropped off these beautiful challenge coins for our officers.

Police Week is a time of deep reflection for us as we honor the memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Gestures like this remind us exactly why we love serving Mineral Wells. To the resident who brought these in—your kindness means the world to our entire team. Thank you for standing with us. 🚔

05/15/2026

Don't forget! Today, from Noon - 2pm, TEXAS Rescue Therapy Donkeys will be at the Boyce Ditto Public Library!

"And in the morning, I'm making waffles!" - Donkey

05/13/2026

UPDATE, 10:03 pm: Scene is clear and roadway is fully open.

🚨 Traffic Alert 🚨

Officers are currently working a major accident in the 1400 block of S. Oak involving a vehicle and a pedestrian. The pedestrian has been transported to Palo Pinto General Hospital. Their condition is unknown at this time.

The southbound lanes of 1400 S. Oak are currently shut down while officers conduct the crash investigation. Please avoid the area and use an alternate route until further notice.

We will provide updates as they become available.

05/12/2026

🕊 National Police Week 2026: May 11 - 17th 💙

In 1962, President John F. Kennedy designated May 15th as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which it falls, as National Police Week. During this time, we remember and honor all Law Enforcement Officers who have fallen in the line of duty in the protection and service to others.

Isaiah 6:8 "Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, 'Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?' And I said, 'Here am I. Send me!'"

To our Brothers and Sisters who willingly answered, "Send me!" and did not return home, we honor and thank them and their families. To our Brothers and Sisters who have worn or currently wear the uniform, we honor and recognize your service and thank you and your families every day.

05/12/2026

Mineral Wells Police Department is assisting multiple law enforcement agencies, Young County Sheriff’s Office, Graham PD, and DPS who successfully pursued and stopped a vehicle traveling from Graham to Mineral Wells.

The vehicle stopped on Western Hills near Travis Dr. and Cactus. Three subjects have been apprehended and there is still a fourth who has not been located yet.

Numerous agencies are currently involved in the search. They are utilizing a K9 unit along with other technology to search for the 4th subject.

At this time, there is no reason to believe there is any threat to the public, and authorities do not believe the suspect has any weapons.

The outstanding suspect is described as a male having a dark complexion, approximately 17 years old, and believed to be wearing a white t-shirt with red markings.

We appreciate the continued dedication, teamwork, and professionalism of all agencies involved in keeping our communities safe. If anyone has information, please contact local law enforcement.

Please stay inside as there is a high police presence along with a K9 Unit.

05/08/2026

From our Friends at the Boyce Ditto Public Library 📚...

Texas RESCUE Donkey Therapy Day at Boyce Ditto Public Library

Boyce Ditto Public Library is partnering with Texas RESCUE https://www.texasrescue.org/ to host a special Donkey Therapy Day for our community.

📅 Date: Thursday, May 15
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Boyce Ditto Public Library (2300 SE MLK Jr. St., Mineral Wells, TX 76067)

Texas RESCUE will bring their therapy donkeys to the library to provide comfort, connection, and support for those impacted by the recent tornado in Mineral Wells. Community members of all ages are invited to come spend time with these gentle animals in a calm and welcoming environment.

This event is free and open to the public.

We hope this special visit offers encouragement, healing, and a chance for our community to come together.

05/07/2026

We know some of you have been wondering, but this is what happens when the Senior Officers get upset that the Rookie stole their traffic spot!