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We’ve got a secret…YOU ARE AMAZING! 💙If you were driving to work this morning, you may have seen this gentleman sharing ...
08/28/2026

We’ve got a secret…YOU ARE AMAZING! 💙

If you were driving to work this morning, you may have seen this gentleman sharing some very important information, and we couldn’t agree more.

To whoever this man is, thank you for sharing the love with our Waco community, YOU ARE AMAZING!

Happy Friday, Waco! Don’t forget how amazing you are.

BE A HERO TODAY - The Carter BloodCare: Waco Donor Center Mobile Drive is at the Waco Police Department from 12:30 PM - ...
08/27/2026

BE A HERO TODAY - The Carter BloodCare: Waco Donor Center Mobile Drive is at the Waco Police Department from 12:30 PM - 7:30 PM!

Donate blood, be a hero, and VOTE for Waco PD as your favorite agency so we can rightfully take back the Battle of the Badges trophy!!

👉 APPOINTMENTS - https://www.waco-texas.com/Events-Activities/Battle-of-the-Badges

❤️ You can also join us at our closing event at Black Rifle Coffee on August 29 from 9:30 am - 1:30 pm.

TRAFFIC IMPACT - Heads up, Waco! See the Texas Department of Transportation post below on upcoming I35 closures. 👉For mo...
08/27/2026

TRAFFIC IMPACT - Heads up, Waco!

See the Texas Department of Transportation post below on upcoming I35 closures.

👉For more information and updates visit My35WacoSouth.com.

I-35 WACO SOUTH | TxDOT and its contractor will be removing the westbound South Valley Mills Drive bridge over I-35 as part of the My35 Waco South Construction Project. The removal will begin on Saturday, Aug. 29 at 7 p.m., and be completed by Sunday, Aug. 30 at 10 a.m. The following closures will be in place:

•All I-35 mainlanes between New Road and 17th Street
•East and westbound crossings at 17th and 18th Streets, South Valley Mills Dr., and Irving Lee Street/Primrose Dr.

New Road and 12th Street will remain open for east and westbound crossings and turnaround movements during the closure.

Reminder, slow down, eliminate all distractions, and always pay attention when traveling through the work zone.

For more information and updates, visit My35WacoSouth.com.

NEWS RELEASE 8.28.26Shooting & Homicide Investigation ArrestTwo more arrests have been made in the shooting and homicide...
08/26/2026

NEWS RELEASE 8.28.26
Shooting & Homicide Investigation Arrest

Two more arrests have been made in the shooting and
homicide investigation. 17-year-old Jayden Mendez is charged with deadly conduct, and 18-year-old Marcus Hardin is charged with Riot/Murder.

This investigation is ongoing.

Information Released on 8.24.26

28-year-old Victor Jesus Silva-Delgadillo is identified as the victim who died.

Additionally, two arrests have been made: 18-year-old Brayan Hernandez, charged with tampering with physical evidence, and 20-year-old Leonardo Servin, charged with deadly conduct.

Original Release Below 8.23.26

The Waco Police Department is currently investigating a shooting & homicide where one victim is deceased, and the other is expected to be okay. No arrests have been made at this time.
On August 23, 2026, at 5:02 PM, officers were called to a shooting in the 3600 Block of N. 20th St. When officers arrived, the suspect(s) were no longer on scene. Officers located two victims, a 28-year-old male and a 19-year-old male; officers immediately began life-saving measures. Both were transported to the hospital by AMR. The 28-year-old was later pronounced deceased. All parties involved knew each other, and the Waco Police Department believes this is an isolated incident. Next of kin has been notified.

The Waco Police Department is looking for any information regarding this investigation. If you do, we encourage you to call the Waco Police Department at 254-750-7500. Additionally, you can send in an ANONYMOUS tip to Crime Stoppers at 254-753-HELP(4357). If your ANONYMOUS Crime Stoppers tip leads to an arrest, you could receive a reward up to $2,000.

This is the fourth homicide investigation of 2026.

LET’S BATTLE IT OUT - The Waco Police Department needs you to be a hero!! Donate blood, save a life, and vote for Waco P...
08/24/2026

LET’S BATTLE IT OUT - The Waco Police Department needs you to be a hero!! Donate blood, save a life, and vote for Waco PD!

This is the last week to participate in the Carter BloodCare: Waco Battle of the Badges Blood Drive.

Sign-up today for an appointment! Walk ins are welcome and taken on a first come first serve basis.

👉 APPOINTMENTS - https://www.waco-texas.com/Events-Activities/Battle-of-the-Badges

Next Public Drives:

❤️Thursday, August 27, 12:30PM-7:30PM
Waco PD Tower (3115 Pine Ave)

❤️Friday, August 28, 9:00AM-4:00PM
Ascension Providence Hospital (6901 Medical Pkwy)

❤️Saturday, August 29, 9:30am-1:30pm Black Rifle Coffee Co. (2436 Creekview Dr.)

NEWS RELEASE Shooting & Homicide Investigation 8.26.26 Update Two more arrests have been made in the shooting and homici...
08/24/2026

NEWS RELEASE
Shooting & Homicide Investigation

8.26.26 Update
Two more arrests have been made in the shooting and
homicide investigation. 17-year-old Jayden Mendez is charged with deadly conduct, and 18-year-old Marcus Hardin is charged with Riot/Murder.

This investigation is ongoing.

8.24.26 Update
28-year-old Victor Jesus Silva-Delgadillo is identified as the victim who died.

Additionally, two arrests have been made: 18-year-old Brayan Hernandez, charged with tampering with physical evidence, and 20-year-old Leonardo Servin, charged with deadly conduct.

8.23.26 Original Release
The Waco Police Department is currently investigating a shooting & homicide where one victim is deceased, and the other is expected to be okay. No arrests have been made at this time.

On August 23, 2026, at 5:02 PM, officers were called to a shooting in the 3600 Block of N. 20th St. When officers arrived, the suspect(s) were no longer on scene. Officers located two victims, a 28-year-old male and a 19-year-old male; officers immediately began life-saving measures. Both were transported to the hospital by AMR. The 28-year-old was later pronounced deceased. All parties involved knew each other, and the Waco Police Department believes this is an isolated incident. Next of kin has been notified.

The Waco Police Department is looking for any information regarding this investigation. If you do, we encourage you to call the Waco Police Department at 254-750-7500. Additionally, you can send in an ANONYMOUS tip to Crime Stoppers at 254-753-HELP(4357). If your ANONYMOUS Crime Stoppers tip leads to an arrest, you could receive a reward up to $2,000.

This is the fourth homicide investigation of 2026.

TRAFFIC DELAY - Update: All roads are open except a small portion of the service road on Franklin. Thank you for your pa...
08/21/2026

TRAFFIC DELAY - Update: All roads are open except a small portion of the service road on Franklin. Thank you for your patience!

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Waco Fire is currently working on fixing a gas leak in the 5100 Block of Franklin Ave.

Roads are shut down on Franklin from Industrial to Schroeder Dr. and on Lake Air from Waco Dr. to Franklin. Due to the size of the leak you may see multiple police officers and fire fighters in the area.

Use an alternate route at this time while crews work to clear the scene. We will update here when the roads are clear.

The Waco Police Department offers Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE) Training to help individuals learn ...
08/20/2026

The Waco Police Department offers Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE) Training to help individuals learn proven strategies for responding during an active attack before first responders arrive.

This life-saving training is available for staff, organizations, and community groups looking to better prepare themselves for an emergency.

Interested in scheduling a CRASE Training for your group?
📞 Call 254-750-1761
📧 Email [email protected]

Preparation can make all the difference when every second counts.

DONATE TODAY - Waco PD is at Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest where Carter BloodCare: Waco Donor Center is set up until 4 ...
08/19/2026

DONATE TODAY - Waco PD is at Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest where Carter BloodCare: Waco Donor Center is set up until 4 PM.

Be a hero, donate blood and VOTE for Waco PD during the Battle of the Badges event! Donate anytime through August 29th!

❤️ Walk ups are welcome, but you can schedule an appointment here > https://www.waco-texas.com/Events-Activities/Battle-of-the-Badges

POLICE ACTIVITIES LEAGUE - The Waco Police Department PALS Program is hosting a Flag Football and Cheerleading Fall Spor...
08/19/2026

POLICE ACTIVITIES LEAGUE - The Waco Police Department PALS Program is hosting a Flag Football and Cheerleading Fall Sport League! 🏈 📣

The fall sport league includes a choice of Flag Football or Cheerleading and is co-ed for 9- to 11-year-olds.

There is a $25 sign-up fee, and the deadline to apply is August 23rd, so don't wait!

SIGN UP TODAY > https://bit.ly/4yFhA0M

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Waco, TX
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