City of Westworth Village

08/18/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Suspect Arrested on Domestic Violence Charge; Outstanding Murder Warrant Discovered

On 8-13-2026, officers with the Westworth Village Police Department responded to a reported domestic violence incident in the Burton Hill area. Following an investigation, officers developed probable cause and obtained arrest warrants for Jose A Hernandez Crespo (AKA) Jose Alexander, 31, on charges related to the domestic violence incident.

On 8-15-2026, Officers determined Alexander was at his place of employment in Fort Worth Texas and responded to that location and contacted the suspect. The warrant was confirmed, and the suspect was taken into custody without incident.

The suspect was transported to White Settlement Detention Facility and booked on the domestic violence charges. During the arrest /booking process, a fingerprint records check revealed that the suspect was in the United States illegally and wanted on an active murder and Terrorist Activities warrants issued by his home country of El Salvador. The suspect remains in custody at the Tarrant County Jail and the investigation remains ongoing.

Victim Impact and Support Services

The victim sustained physical and emotional trauma as a result of this incident. Responding officers took immediate steps to ensure the victim's safety and provided information regarding available support services. These services included emergency medical assistance, crisis intervention, safety planning, victim advocacy, assistance with protective order resources, and referrals to community-based domestic violence support organizations.
Victim advocates are available to assist the victim with accessing available resources and navigating the criminal justice process. Due to privacy considerations and the ongoing investigation, no additional information regarding the victim will be released.

Westworth Village Police Department remains committed to protecting victims of domestic violence, providing access to critical support services, and holding offenders accountable through the criminal justice system.

As with all criminal proceedings, the charges are allegations, and the suspect is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

Domestic Violence Awareness

Domestic violence remains a significant public safety and public health concern across the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 1 in 3 women and more than 1 in 6 men experience contact sexual violence, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime. The CDC also reports that nearly 1 in 4 women and approximately 1 in 7 men experience physical violence by an intimate partner. https://www.safestates.org/news/722022/CDC-Releases-the-National-Intimate-Partner-and-Sexual-violence-Survey.htm

Victims of domestic violence often face physical injuries, emotional trauma, safety concerns, and long-term health impacts. Law enforcement agencies, victim advocates, healthcare providers, and community organizations play a critical role in connecting victims with resources and support services designed to promote safety and recovery. https://www.cdc.gov/intimate-partner-violence/about/index.html

Individuals experiencing domestic violence are encouraged to seek assistance through local victim services or the National Domestic Violence Hotline, which provides 24-hour crisis intervention, safety planning, and referrals to local resources

08/12/2026

Local Caregiver Confesses to Exploiting Elderly Resident

WESTWORTH VILLAGE, TX – The Westworth Village Police Department has concluded an investigation into the financial exploitation of an elderly resident at a local assisted living facility. A suspect has confessed to stealing over $12,000 from an 87-year-old woman under her care.

Summary of Investigation
On August 6, 2026, officers responded to a report of suspected financial fraud involving an elderly victim. The investigation revealed that a private caregiver, hired to assist the victim following a medical injury, allegedly used her position of trust to gain unauthorized access to the victim’s financial accounts.
The suspect had been granted access to the victim’s cell phone, bank cards, and online banking credentials to assist with daily tasks. Investigators determined that the suspect exploited this access to conduct unauthorized transactions, including:
• Apple Cash transfers over $7,000 to an out-of-state phone number
• Unauthorized ride-share and food delivery charges
• Retail purchases at local businesses
Officers Vega and Guajardo uncovered evidence that two-factor authentication codes sent to the victim’s phone were systematically deleted to conceal the fraudulent activity. The suspect also allegedly intercepted the victim’s mail to prevent discovery of unauthorized charges.
The suspect initially worked through a licensed home care agency before proposing a private arrangement that removed professional oversight. During this period, the victim’s bank accounts were repeatedly compromised, requiring multiple card replacements.

Resolution
Following interviews with the victim, family members, witnesses, and the suspect, officers obtained a full confession. The suspect admitted to the unauthorized use of the victim’s financial accounts for personal benefit.

Charges and Next Steps
The Westworth Village Police Department is in the process of obtaining an arrest warrant for the suspect on charges of Financial Abuse of an Elderly Individual (Texas Penal Code 32.55), a third-degree felony punishable by 2 to 10 years in prison and fines up to $10,000.

The investigation involved collaboration between multiple officers, the victim’s family, and financial institutions. Subpoenas for additional bank records are pending to determine the full extent of financial loss, which may exceed the currently documented amount.

Community Awareness
This case highlights the vulnerability of elderly individuals who rely on caregivers for daily assistance. The Westworth Village Police Department urges families to:
• Conduct thorough background checks on all caregivers
• Use only licensed and bonded home care agencies
• Monitor financial accounts regularly for unauthorized activity
• Limit caregiver access to financial information and accounts
• Report suspected elder abuse or exploitation immediately
Anyone with information related to this case or similar incidents is encouraged to contact Criminal Investigations Unit of the Westworth Village Police Department at 817-710-1048.

Additional Resources
Suspected elder abuse or exploitation can be reported to:
• Texas Adult Protective Services: 1-800-252-5400
• Westworth Village Police Department -West Comm Communications: 817-246-4973 or 911

07/09/2026

Every day, law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMS personnel, tow truck operators, and roadside workers put their lives on the line to help others.
When you see flashing lights on the side of the road, remember: their workplace is your roadway.
The Slow Down, Move Over Law requires drivers to:
• Move over one lane when it is safe to do so.
• If changing lanes is unsafe or impossible, slow down significantly and proceed with caution.
• Stay alert and watch for emergency responders, tow operators, disabled vehicles, and roadside workers.
A few seconds of caution can prevent a tragedy.
Protect those who protect us.
When you see flashing lights:
✅ Move Over
✅ Slow Down
✅ Save Lives
This message is brought to you as a reminder that safety begins with every driver. Don't drive distracted. Don't take chances.
Slow Down. Move Over. It's the Law. It's the Right Thing to Do

07/08/2026

🛑 SLOW DOWN, WESTWORTH VILLAGE! 🛑

The Westworth Village Police Department officially joined forces with the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office, Texas DPS, and our neighboring agencies for "Operation Safe City, Dangerous Roads." 🚔🛣️

We know our community prides itself on being a safe place to live, work, and visit. However, a small percentage of aggressive drivers are putting everyone at risk. Since the Tarrant County Campaign began, our officers are implementing a zero-tolerance policy for reckless driving behaviors on our local streets and surrounding highways.

What our officers are strictly looking for:
🚫 Excessive Speeding: Keep it at or below the posted limit.
🚫 Tailgating & Weaving: Impatient driving leads to preventable crashes.
🚫 Distracted & Impaired Driving: Put the phones down and always drive sober.

Let’s work together to keep Westworth Village safe. Drive with patience, watch out for your neighbors, and help us ensure everyone makes it home safely.

If you see an active, dangerous driver, safely pull over or use a hands-free device to call dispatch at 817-246-4973 or dial 911 immediately. 📞

07/02/2026

WARNING – BEWARE OF SCAM ALERT FOR IRS NOTICE CP53E

We have received information in which an IRS notice is sent to an individual stating that the IRS was unable to direct deposit their refund due to an invalid bank account number or their financial institution rejecting the refund. While the IRS Notice CP53E is a legitimate IRS form, there is a scam circulating where these fake notices are being sent to taxpayers attempting to obtain your bank information.

If you receive a CP53E Notice:

1. DO NOT SCAN THE QR CODE ON THE NOTICE
2. DO NOT CALL THE PHONE NUMBER AT THE BOTTOM OF THE NOTICE

If you receive an IRS Notice CP53E, we recommend you do the following:

1. Call the IRS. If you suspect that the letter may be a scam due to you not being eligible for a refund (i.e. you owed money) or wording or punctuation on the letter looks suspicious, call the IRS at 1-800-829-1040. This is the ONLY phone number we recommend calling. The IRS can verify if the notice you received is legitimate.
2. If you have an ID.me account, log in and go under the “Notices and Letters” tab to see if you received a CP53E notice.
3. Create an ID.me account with the IRS if you do not already have one. This is an account that has a lot of useful information about previous tax returns filed, payments you’ve made to the IRS, IRS notices sent to you, etc. To create an account, you can
a. Go to IRS.GOV. In the upper right-hand corner, click on “Sign in”
b. Click on Individual
c. Click on “ID.me Create an Account”
d. Follow the steps to set up your account
4. If you want to take additional steps to protect your identity and safeguard your information, Request an Identity Protection PIN. This is a 6-digit PIN issued by the IRS to help prevent someone from misusing your Social Security number on fraudulent tax returns. This can be requested and obtained real time from your ID.me account.

04/23/2026

REMINDER: Our Spring Clean and shredding event will be held this Saturday at City Hall.

The annual Spring Clean-Up and Environmental Waste Day for the city will be held in the Municipal Complex Parking Lot:

Saturday, April 25, 2026
• 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM—Clean-Up
• 9:00 to 11:00 AM—Paper Shredding
• Remember to bring proof of residency (copy of water bill or
drivers license).

Hazardous material cannot be accepted so we will be unable to accept items harmful to the environment including refrigerators, air conditioners, any Freon bearing items, batteries, or other hazardous material. Vouchers to dispose of these items at the Fort Worth collection center can be purchased from the water department.

04/01/2026

The city will be hosting another BloodDrive on Friday, May 1 from 9 AM - 1 PM. While they will work to accommodate walk-ins, sign ups are preferred. Sign ups can be done at https://www.greatpartners.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/172574

All donors will receive a beach towel as a thank you.