Royse City Police Department

08/31/2026

Congratulations to Officer Tyler Frisch, Officer Ethan Myers and Officer Brandon Wine who all graduated today from the Regional Police Academy BCAPS 315. Officer Tyler Frisch was also the valedictorian of the class. We are excited as these three officers begin their field training phase with the Royse City Police Department.

08/31/2026

HUNTING WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS

With dove season opening September 1, the Royse City Police Department would like to remind residents that hearing gunfire within the city limits does not always mean someone is violating the law.

Although most hunting takes place in rural areas, Texas law provides certain circumstances in which a municipality may not prohibit the discharge of a firearm. Property size, distance from neighboring residences or occupied buildings, and the direction of fire are all factors.

As it relates to dove hunting, Texas Local Government Code § 229.002 generally requires a tract of land of 10 acres or more, a distance of more than 150 feet from a residence or occupied building located on another property, and that the shot be fired in a manner not reasonably expected to cross the property boundary.
Hunters are responsible for knowing and following all applicable state and local laws and should always be aware of their surroundings and what is beyond their target.

For additional information regarding the discharge of fi****ms within municipalities, please see Texas Local Government Code § 229.002:

https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/LG/htm/LG.229.htm?utm_source=chatgpt.com

We wish everyone a safe and successful dove season!

08/26/2026

The Royse City Police Department swore in our newest police officer, Dillon Elvington, on Monday, August 24, 2026.

Officer Elvington comes to RCPD with seven years of law enforcement experience. We are excited to have him join our growing department.

Welcome to Royse City, Officer Elvington!

08/26/2026

IH30 Project Update

Weather permitting, the following traffic shifts are scheduled this week along I-30 in Royse City as a part of an ongoing widening project.

Friday, August 28
• Westbound I-30 traffic will shift to a new configuration between FM 35 and Erby Campbell Boulevard in Royse City from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. Saturday, August 29.

Sunday, August 30
• The FM 548 intersection at I-30 will be closed to through traffic and detoured overnight from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. the following morning.
• This will continue nightly until work to the westbound I-30 bridge at FM 548 is complete.

Motorists should follow posted detour signs, watch for changing traffic patterns and allow for extra travel time. As progress continues, check www.drivetexas.org for daily lane closures.

08/25/2026

MEDIA RELEASE

Date: August 25, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FROM:
Kirk Aldridge, Chief of Police
Royse City Police Department

Student Detained at Royse City ISD Alternative Learning Center with a Weapon.

On, Tuesday, August 25, 2026, the Royse City Police Department was contacted by the Royse City ISD and informed a firearm had been brought into the Alternative Learning Center. The firearm had been brought onto the campus by a student and had already been secured by RCISD Security prior to the police department becoming involved.

The Alternative Learning Center is a specialized learning program that operates at the RCISD Administration Building at 810 Old Greenville, Road Royse City, TX 75189. The campus consists of approximately 50 students in the grades 9th thru 12th.

The juvenile who was in possession of the firearm has been taken into custody and charged with Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon, a 3rd degree Felony. There is no further information at this time.

08/24/2026

MEDIA RELEASE

Date: August 24, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FROM:
Kirk Aldridge, Chief of Police
Royse City Police Department

Royse City Police Department Completes Internal Investigation on Use of Force Incident

The Royse City Police Department has completed the Internal Affairs Investigation into an excessive use of force complaint that occurred in the Creekside neighborhood on August 3, 2026. The investigation determined that the officer, who had been placed on administrative leave after the incident, did violate departmental standards, policies and procedures. Due to the officer’s actions and conduct, his employment with the Royse City Police Department has been terminated. The actions of the three other police officers involved in the incident were found to be justified and within departmental policy.

The police department has also completed its review of the criminal charges on the two subjects arrested during the incident. The department has determined that no charges will be sought against an 18-year-old female who was arrested during the incident. The department will refer charges to the Collin County District Attorney’s Office on a second subject, a 35-year-old female, for Interference with Public Duties and Resisting Arrest. State law is clear that a person cannot use physical force against a police officer to interfere with or resist arrest even if that person believes the arrest to be unjustified. The police department is also investigating an unidentified third suspect who struck a police officer in the face. When identified, charges of Interference with Public Duties and Assault on a Peace Officer will be referred on this suspect as well.

The Royse City Police Department will not condone misconduct by any member of the police department and will take appropriate action when misconduct occurs. The Police Department also believes that the referring of criminal charges against the suspects involved in this incident should send a clear message that interfering with a police officer or assaulting a police officer in the performance of his/her duty will not be tolerated. Those who choose to engage in such criminal behavior will be held accountable for their actions.

The Internal Affair Investigation into this matter is now closed. The criminal investigation remains open.

08/20/2026

Come out if you’re interested in learning about the future improvements of FM 35.

For more information visit: FM 35 | Keep It Moving Dallas

08/14/2026

Royse City Citizens Police Academy – Fall 2026 Registration Now Open!

Have you ever wanted a behind-the-scenes look at how a police department operates? The Royse City Police Department invites you to join our upcoming Citizens Police Academy!

This informative program gives community members a closer look at the inner workings of law enforcement. Topics covered include:

• Patrol Tactics
• DWI Procedures
• K-9
• Traffic Enforcement
• Accident Investigations
• Crime Scene Processing
• Fi****ms
• Medical
• Dispatch
• And more!

Class Schedule: Thursdays, September 17 – November 19, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Location: Royse City Police Department, 1530 E. Hwy 66, Royse City, TX 75189

Apply here: https://www.roysecity.com/371/Citizen-Police-Academy

Don't miss this opportunity to engage with your local police department and gain valuable insight into law enforcement operations!

Questions? Contact Sgt. Curtis at [email protected].

08/13/2026

📚 Welcome Back to School! 🚓

It was great seeing all the smiling faces this morning as students headed back for their first day of school!

Royse City Police Officers were at each of our schools this morning greeting students as they arrived and helping kick off the new school year.

We hope all of our students, teachers, and staff have a safe, successful, and fun school year. Have a great year, Bulldogs! 🐾📚

08/13/2026

Tomorrow is the first day of school for Royse City ISD. Traffic will be heavier than usual so please be patient and keep a lookout for children and buses. Let’s have a great start to the new school year.