Hays County Sheriff's Office

06/12/2026

Roadway open

Roadway has been reopened in the 19500 Blk of RR 12

06/09/2026

Safety Trivia Tuesday!

Week 2: Vacation & Vehicle Safety

❓ TRUE OR FALSE?

Leaving your garage door opener inside your vehicle can't put your home at risk.

Answer:

Hopefully, we didn't trick you and read the question correctly. 😉

Leaving a garage door opener in your vehicle is absolutely a safety risk. If your vehicle is burglarized, a suspect could gain access to your garage and potentially your home, putting your property, valuables, and personal safety at risk. To reduce this risk, avoid leaving garage door openers and other items that could provide access to your residence inside an unattended vehicle, especially overnight or when parked outside your home.

06/08/2026

ROAD CLOSURE - W FITZHUGH RD, DRIPPING SPRINGS

The 1300 blk of W Fitzhugh Rd in Dripping Springs will be shut down for an extended period of time due to a collision. Expect delays. Consider an alternate route.

06/05/2026

🎓 Congratulations to the graduates of the inaugural Hays County Teen Cadet Academy! 🎓

This week, our first-ever Hays County Teen Cadet Academy provided High School students currently enrolled in law enforcement courses with a unique opportunity to explore the many facets of law enforcement through hands-on training, real-world scenarios, and team-building exercises. The academy offered an inside look at the skills, responsibilities, and teamwork required to serve and protect our community.

Throughout the academy, the young cadets learned about traffic stops, crime scene investigations, building searches, room and building clearing techniques, verbal de-escalation, footprint tracking, and much more. They were challenged to work together as a team, communicate effectively, and rely on one another to successfully navigate a variety of scenarios. Their dedication, teamwork, and willingness to step outside their comfort zones made this inaugural program a tremendous success.

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Kyle Police Department, Sprouts Farmers Market- Kyle, Hays County Crime Stoppers, Hays County Community Engagement, the Hays County Law Enforcement Association, Live Oak Academy for allowing us to use their space and Quantum Towing for their generous support and contributions to this program. Their partnership helped make this inaugural academy possible and provided our cadets with an unforgettable experience.

A special thank you to our School Resource Officer (SRO) Division, whose hard work, planning, and mentorship made the Hays County Teen Cadet Academy possible. Their commitment to educating, inspiring, and building positive relationships with our youth made a lasting impact on every student.

Congratulations to our cadets for successfully completing the academy and becoming the first graduating class of the Hays County Teen Cadet Academy. We are proud of each of you and look forward to seeing what the future holds!

06/04/2026

ATTEMPT TO LOCATE- THEFT

HCSO: 2026-32720
6/4/2026

On June 3, 2026, at approx. 1:50AM, unidentified suspect(s) stole a 2022 Club Car XRT 1550 SE UTV from US Foods off Firecracker Dr in Buda. Surveillance shows the suspect(s) were driving a white pickup truck at the time of the theft.

The UTV is a rental from United Rentals with multiple markings. The last known location of the stolen UTV was in Travis County in the 11600 block Old Lockhart Rd.

If you have information regarding this incident, identity of persons, whereabouts, etc., please contact Detective Brian Wahlert at
512-393-7343 or [email protected] You can also contact Crime Stoppers anonymously by calling 1-800-324-8477
from anywhere in the U.S. or you can submit your information online to Tip Line: P3tips.com

06/04/2026

🦌 If you care, leave them there.

It's important to remember that a baby animal being alone does not automatically mean it has been abandoned. In many cases, the mother has intentionally left the young animal in a safe location while she searches for food and will return when it is safe to do so.

If you find a baby animal:

✅ Observe from a distance.
✅ Leave the animal where it is unless it is in immediate danger.
✅ If you are concerned about the animal's health or wellbeing, contact local animal control, a licensed wildlife rehabilitator, or the appropriate wildlife authority for guidance.
✅ Allow wildlife professionals to assess the situation before taking action.

Please do not:

❌ Pick up or handle wildlife.
❌ Move the animal to a different location.
❌ Attempt to care for the animal yourself.
❌ Leave food or water nearby, as this can attract predators and create additional risks.

The best thing you can do for baby wildlife is often the hardest—leave them alone and give their mother the opportunity to return.

06/03/2026

06/03/2026

***UPDATE**
An outside law enforcement agency has been conducting a warrant service operation in the area. The operation is nearing completion, and officers are actively working to reopen the roadway. Law enforcement will remain in the area for some time as they wrap up. We respectfully ask that you avoid the area if possible. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as officers work to keep the community safe.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY – Wimberley

Law enforcement activity is currently underway in the 2200 block of Mount Sharp Rd. in Wimberley, TX.

An outside agency is conducting this operation. There is no danger to the public.

Please avoid the area until further notice.

We will share updates as they become available.

06/03/2026

STILL MISSING:

Meleah Verastegui Hernandez

Ran away from home on 12-31-2025
Believed to be in the Austin Area.

If you have information regarding this incident, identity of persons, whereabouts, etc., please contact Detective Matthew Hayles at 512-749-1186 or [email protected].

You can also contact Crime Stoppers anonymously by calling 1-800-324-8477 from anywhere in the U.S. or you can submit your information online to Tip Line: P3tips.com

REQUEST TO LOCATE- RUNAWAY

Meleah Verastegui Hernandez

HCSO 2025-76662
01.05.2026

During the night of Tuesday, December 30, 2025, Meleah Verastegui Hernandez ran away from her residence in Kyle, TX. Hernandez is 15 years old, 4’11, 120 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes.

Based on the investigation Hernandez is believed to be in the Austin area. Hernandez has a money sign tattoo on her right hand near her right thumb.

If you have information regarding this incident, identity of persons, whereabouts, etc., please contact Detective Matthew Hayles at 512-749-1186 or [email protected].
You can also contact Crime Stoppers anonymously by calling 1-800-324-8477 from anywhere in the U.S. or you can submit your information online to Tip Line: P3tips.com

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SOLICITUD PARA LOCALIZAR – MENOR FUGADO

Meleah Verastegui Hernandez

HCSO 2025-76662
01.05.2026

Durante la noche del martes 30 de diciembre de 2025, Meleah Verastegui Hernandez se ausentó de su domicilio en Kyle, Texas. Hernandez tiene 15 años de edad, mide aproximadamente 4 pies 11 pulgadas, pesa alrededor de 120 libras, tiene cabello negro y ojos color café.

Con base en la investigación, se cree que Hernandez se encuentra en el área de Austin. Hernandez tiene un tatuaje del signo de dinero ($) en la mano derecha, cerca del pulgar derecho.

Si usted tiene información relacionada con este incidente, la identidad de personas involucradas o su posible paradero, favor de comunicarse con el Detective Matthew Hayles al 512-749-1186 o al correo electrónico [email protected].
También puede comunicarse de manera anónima con Crime Stoppers llamando al 1-800-324-8477 desde cualquier parte de los Estados Unidos, o enviar su información en línea a través de la línea de denuncias: P3tips.com.

06/03/2026

***UPDATE - SUSPECT IN CUSTODY***

UPDATE RE: SHELTER IN PLACE

The shelter in place for the 300 BLK of Noddy Rd. in Buda has been lifted. Law enforcement will remain in the area while the situation continues to be addressed.

At this time, there is no reason to believe the general public is in danger.

Law enforcement is currently attempting to locate the pictured white female with short brown hair, last seen wearing a white shirt and white shorts.

If you see a person matching this description, please do not approach and contact 9-1-1 immediately.

We will continue to provide updates as information becomes available.