Ovilla Police Department

08/10/2023

As many children and staff return to school, we ask our citizens to be courteous and cautious with children leaving for school! We hope everyone has a and !!
Red Oak ISD, Midlothian ISD and Ovilla Christian School 🏫 👨‍🏫 🚸 🎒 🚌

08/10/2023

Great work from Ovilla Fire Department and all the first responders that assisted in Cedar Hill!!
Cedar Hill Fire Department Cedar Hill Police Department

Wildfire in Cedar Hill today by the Cedar Hill State Park. Ovilla Rehab 755 and the Texas Forestry Service in this picture providing aid to the many firefighters that responded. Great job everyone.

08/02/2023

The City of Ovilla is looking for Booth Vendors, Food Trucks, Parade Participants, and Car Show Entries for the 2023 Ovilla Heritage Day on September 23, 2023.
If your business or organization is interested in joining us. Please contact Jessica Price at 972-617-7262 ext. 3 or [email protected]

07/26/2023

Ellis County Commissioner's Court has enacted a burn ban for Ellis County for the next 90 Days.

07/24/2023

Message from the Chief:

Another topic that might need some clarification for our citizens is the Ovilla City Ordinance relating to LOUD MUSIC / NOISE DISTURBANCES. The entire ordinance is posted on the City website under Nuisances and Noise, Article 8.03. In summary, it states that any music should NOT be plainly audible fifty feet from it’s source. In most circumstances, this means if you are playing loud music at your residence, your neighbors should NOT be able to plainly hear your music in their yards, on their porches, and especially not inside their homes.

In addition, the ordinance says if the above loud music is occurring between 11PM and 6AM, it is Prima Facie evidence of the violation. This DOES NOT mean it is only a violation between those hours. It can be a violation at any time of day or night if the loud music or noise disturbs the “peace, quiet, and comfort” of the neighboring inhabitants.

If you have any questions about this ordinance, or any other Ovilla Police matter, please feel free to contact me. J. Bennett, Chief of Police / [email protected]

07/20/2023

So who needs a new furry friend. These guys would make a perfect match for your home!! Call to schedule a meet and greet today! 972-617-7262

07/16/2023

The Amber Alert for Tonya Jackson has been cancelled, as she has been found safe and is in protective custody. Thank you to the law enforcement agencies and personnel whose efforts resulted in this positive outcome.

07/15/2023

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UPDATE:
The Amber Alert for Tonya Jackson has been cancelled, as she has been found safe and is in protective custody. Thank you to the law enforcement agencies and personnel whose efforts resulted in this positive outcome.

The Waxahachie Police Department is deeply troubled regarding the safety and wellbeing of Tanya Jackson, an 11-year old female last seen in the 2300 block of Pennsylvania Avenue in Dallas, Texas. An Amber Alert has been issued and we are asking the public to contact their local authorities or call 9-1-1 immediately if you should see her. We would like to thank the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, Homeland Security Investigations North Texas Trafficking Task Force, Dallas Police Department, our area Child Advocacy Center, and the local branch of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services with whom we have been working throughout this investigation. Please reshare.

07/07/2023

We will never forget July 7, 2016! 🙏

07/06/2023

Message from the Chief:
Just a few words to hopefully clear up any questions about the City of Ovilla’s Ordinance regarding FIREWORKS.

It is illegal to discharge fireworks anywhere within the City limits of Ovilla at any time. Recently there have been comments on people being allowed to discharge them at certain locations, such as in the Glen Eagles housing addition. That is correct, because Glen Eagles in not within Ovilla’s City limits, it is simply Ellis County.

Our officers have already issued several citations for illegally discharging fireworks this week and will continue to do so, when needed. Some of our neighboring Cities not only have the same ordinance, but have fine amounts of $1500 to $2000 per citation. I have requested our Courts look into raising our fine amounts to something comparable.

07/04/2023

🇺🇲We want to wish everyone a safe and happy !
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06/30/2023

As we approach the weekend, we want to remind our great citizens that discharging fi****ms and/or fireworks is illegal in the city limits. Please be considerate of your fellow neighbors! Please be safe, drink responsibly, and have a great weekend! 🇺🇲 🇺🇲

06/25/2023

📢🚨🚔The Ovilla Police Department is **HIRING** for the position of POLICE OFFICER (FULL-TIME). If you are interested in applying, please fill out an application and submit either through email or in person at the police station.🚔🚨📣

🔵️- City provided health insurance
🔵- TMRS retirement 2 to 1
🔵- Longevity pay
🔵- Certification pay
🔵- 14 paid holidays
🔵- 12 hr shifts
🔵- Beards allowed
🔵- Tattoos allowed (administration approval)
🔵️- Starting pay $60,000

Link to application:
https://www.cityofovilla.org/DocumentCenter/View/108/Application-for-Employment?bidId=

06/18/2023

We want to wish everyone a safe, happy, and relaxing ! 💙

06/10/2023

‼️information out of Midlothian Police Department - Texas‼️

06/06/2023

Today marks the 79th anniversary of Allied forces and the US storming the beaches of Normandy. We shall this brave generation of men and women!

"Lead them straight and true, give strength to their arms, stoutness to their hearts, steadfastness in their faith." - Franklin D. Roosevelt.

05/29/2023

On this Memorial Day, let us never forget all of the men and women who have paid the ultimate sacrifice serving our great country! Home of the free because of the brave!🇺🇸 🇺🇸

05/22/2023

A BIG to all the graduates from Ovilla Christian School, Red Oak ISD and ISD ! We wish you all the success on your path! 🎉🎊😃🙂🎓

05/22/2023

Congratulations to Officer Abraham Flores, Detective Emilia Ramires, and Detective D. Malke!
All three reached 5-years of service in law enforcement this month.
The picture is from our annual rifle qualification held this past week.

05/19/2023

‼️ information out of Waxahachie Police Department‼️

On Saturday May 13th, 2023 at approximately 3:15 p.m. the Waxahachie Police Department was dispatched to 108 Broadhead, Showbiz Movie Theater, in reference to a robbery. Upon arrival, Officers discovered the suspect had broken into a vehicle by busting the glass on the rear passenger door. While the suspect was inside the vehicle, the owner happened to catch a male inside the car. The suspect was armed, exited the vehicle, and fled in a waiting, dark blue Infinity Q50s. This vehicle displayed a Texas personalized plate “Big SD.” This plate is not a registered plate and is believed to be
counterfeit. The suspect vehicle fled the area northbound on Highway 287. If anyone sees this vehicle, please contact the police. This individual is believed to be armed and dangerous, so please do not approach the vehicle. Anyone with information should contact Sgt. D. McKie at 469-309-4453. Please refer to WPD Case P230513-1510.

05/17/2023

‼️Information out of Midlothian Police Department - Texas ‼️

05/15/2023

This we honor all of the police officers across the country who lost their lives in the line of duty. Please take a moment to remember those officers who made the ultimate sacrifice. 🙏

05/14/2023

We appreciate everything you have done and continue to do! To all of our mothers, !!💝❣️

05/12/2023

Plant and Bake sale tomorrow at the Ovilla Fire Department. Bake sale will proceeds will go to the Service League which is a huge supporter of the Ovilla Police and Fire Department.

05/08/2023

‼️FENTANYL ALERT‼️

For any parents who aren’t aware, the drug FENTANYL is a huge part of our State’s OPIOID crisis.
FENTANYL is an extremely addictive OPIOID and is 50 times more powerful than HE**IN. In 2021, more than 77% of all adolescent overdose related deaths were contributed to FENTANYL. Just this past weekend in Ovilla, there was an incident where a 15-year-old girl overdosed from smoking MA*****NA intentionally laced with FENTANYL. The girl required CPR and was transported to the hospital where she is recovering. The girl purposely smoked the MA*****NA laced with FENTANYL for the increased high. Upon speaking with the girl’s parents and the parents of another 15-year-old girl who was present, they admitted BOTH girls had overdosed several times in the past. In this instance, if there had not been someone at the residence to call first responders, the girl would have likely died.

While we as a police department will take whatever action we can to prevent the distribution of FENTANYL, there is just so much we can do. Not to make light of the use of any illegal substance, but MA*****NA is MA*****NA, still illegal but typically a low misdemeanor offense to possess. MA*****NA laced with FENTANYL is one of the most highly addictive and dangerous substances currently being abused and is a felony to possess. No parent should be accepting of their child using a narcotic 50 times more potent than HE**IN and 100 times more potent than MORPHINE.

If you need more information, please contact the Ovilla Police Department, or visit the below link:

https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services/mental-health-substance-use/mental-health-substance-use-resources/fighting-fentanyl

05/07/2023

Heavy hearts this evening as we learn about the senseless act committed in Allen, TX. Thoughts and prayers go out to all the victims and their families! 🙏☝️😔

05/06/2023

With storms approaching our area later this evening. Stay informed with South Metro Weather! ⛈️ 🌩🌧☔️

04/13/2023

Today we had the honor to bring our life lines, our amazing hardworking and dedicated dispatchers breakfast and dinner. Thank you ladies and gentlemen for all of your hard work keeping us safe! Northern Ellis Emergency Dispatch 🖤💛🖤

04/10/2023

Each year during the second week of April, we celebrate . These First Responders are the unsung heroes who are rarely seen, but are the voice on the phone when you call 911. When someone's life is on the line, when someone is having the worst day of their life, our Dispatchers are there!! They not only answer the call, they dispatch units, comfort the tears of people dealing with distress, but they do it all without any expectation of gratitude or recognition! Thank you to all of our ! 🖤💛🖤

04/09/2023

We want to wish everyone a safe and ! 🙏🐰🥚

04/05/2023

With a line of storms in our area, please be cautious when heading out this morning! with South Metro Weather. ⛈️🌧☔️

03/28/2023

Today, Nashville Police responded to an active shooter at The Covenant School in Nashville, Tennessee. Five people, including three kids, have been pronounced deceased. Police stated the shooter was killed.

Please keep your thoughts and prayers for the friends and family of the victims. This is a horrific event! No child should ever fear going to school!
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03/16/2023

Stay informed with South Metro Weather! 🌦⛈️🌬

03/16/2023

‼️Information out of DeSoto Police Department‼️

03/14/2023

Today, Lt Geiser had the honor of swearing in the newest member of the Ovilla Police Department Officer Matthew Gary. If you see Officer Gary around town be sure to say hello and welcome him to our wonderful city.

03/08/2023

Please be aware of the TxDOT Traffic Advisory.

03/08/2023

Check out the new and improved page for the city. Go give them a like!!
City of Ovilla

03/03/2023

On March 2 1836, the Texas Declaration of Independence was adopted and marked our independence from Mexico.
The Republic of Texas was established.

03/02/2023

With severe weather on the way, stay informed with South Metro Weather! ⛈️🌬⚡️
Remember, vs 🌮 !

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch including Ellis, Johnson, Hill and Navarro Counties, effective until 10:00 pm. Tornadoes will be possible with severe storms that develop during this time. Stay tuned for updates.

02/14/2023

The City of Ovilla would like to invite everyone to attend the Ovilla Service League's Annual Benefit Spaghetti Dinner. The funds raised through admission and auction items directly benefit the and departments of Ovilla. The event is this Friday, February 17th at 6PM at the Grace Church of Ovilla, 519 S. Westmoreland Road. Admission is $15 for adults and $10 for children under 12. Children under 4 get in free. 🍝