El Paso — The weekly line up below feature arrests made for Human Smuggling from March 15th — April 4th during Operation Lone Star.

If you see signs of criminal activity in your neighborhood, report it: Crime Stoppers Hotline: 1-800-252-(TIPS)(8477)

#OperationLoneStar

Class A-2024 is well on their way at the DPS Academy, and Trooper Trainees have spent the last few weeks working on ground defensive tactics. Class A-2024 has also been in the classroom, focusing on arrest, search and seizure training. It's been a busy time for Class A-2024.

Law enforcement is actively investigating this incident and asking helicopters to be aware that drones will be operating at 100 feet or below.

A media briefing will be held at 2:45 p.m. today at the media staging area.

DYK? Texans can report suspicious activity — incl. potential criminal, terroristic or school-safety related threats — using iWatchTexas.

Submit a report to iWatchTexas 24/7 using:

📱 the iWatchTexas mobile app;
💻 iwatchtx.org; or
☎️ by phone at 844-643-2251.

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and DPS wants to remind all Texans to put safety first behind the wheel and avoid distractions while driving. Put your phone away and keep your eyes on the road. Together, we can all do our part to make Texas roadways safer.

📣 NOW HIRING: Electronic Security Technician II 📣

DIVISION: Infrastructure Operations
LOCATION: El Paso
CLOSING DATE: Ongoing

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DPS is #hiring ! We’re looking for a Electronic Security Technician II to join our team in #ElPaso .

#ApplyToday

Interested in a career in law enforcement with DPS? If your answer is yes, we want to talk to you! DPS offers excellent benefits and competitive salaries.

With plenty of opportunities for career advancement, will you answer the call? Visit JoinDPS.com to learn more.

LATEST NEWS: Three from Texas Top 10 Most Wanted Lists Captured

AUSTIN – Texas DPS announces three of Texas’ 10 Most Wanted offenders are back in custody following their recent arrests. Authorities arrested Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitives Juan Huerta and Jesse Vega on March 26 and…

📣 NOW HIRING: Criminal History Inquiries Technician I 📣

DIVISION: Crime Records
LOCATION: Austin
CLOSING DATE: April 22, 2024

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DPS is #hiring ! We’re looking for a Criminal History Inquiries Technician to join our team in #Austin . #ApplyToday

Fifteen years ago, the Interdiction for the Protection of Children (IPC) program began training front-line officers to recognize indicators that a child may be a victim, at-risk of victimization or missing. IPC uses a multidisciplinary approach in its training – and that…

⛈️As Thunder Rolls Across Much of Texas Today - Stay Weather Aware!⛈️

Threats include:
🌧️ Large Hail
💨Damaging Wind Gusts
🌊Flash Flooding
🌪️Tornadoes

⬇️Preparedness Tips⬇️
ready.gov/severe-weather

#txwx #WeatherUpdate

Traffic Tip Tuesday!!!!!!

UPDATE - Heavy rainfall still causing flooding in northern Shelby County. Crews are still actively clearing US 96 and addressing multiple railroad crossing malfunctions in the City of Timpson.

Rain and severe weather are expected to impact parts of Texas and flooding could be possible over the next couple days. Please remember to slow down, pay attention and check drivetexas.org for the latest road conditions in your area. #TurnAroundDontDrown

Did you know that less than half of gun owners store their firearms safely? This increases the risk of injuries and deaths. Learn what steps you can take to make your home and community safer at SafeGunStorageTexas.com.

Source: Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Policy and Research

📣 NOW HIRING: Fingerprint Program Specialist III 📣

DIVISION: Crime Records
LOCATION: Austin
CLOSING DATE: April 19, 2024

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DPS is #hiring , and we want you! We’re looking for a Fingerprint Program Specialist to join our team in #Austin .

Last week we had a great day focusing on commercial motor vehicles 🚛 & traffic safety in Wharton County.

Cpl Phillips & Sgt Woodard had the pleasure of presenting to the commercial driving community.

Thanks for letting us share our message.

#SafeDrivingTips #cdldriver