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DeSoto PD Special Unit w/aid from 3 other PD's arrests 4, seizes 140lb of marijuana, assault weapons, and $40k in cash
- Written by Matt Smith Matt Smith
- Published: 23 April 2023 23 April 2023
DeSoto, TX - A DeSoto Police Department High-Intensity Crime Reduction Unit (HICRU) investigation culminated on April 18th with the multi-agency arrests of four men; the seizure of 142 pounds of marijuana; and the recovery of six handguns, two assault-style pistols, an assault-style rifle, and over $42,000 in cash.
DeSoto Police News Release/Numbers related to Spring Break traffic enforcement in DeSoto
- Written by Matt Smith Matt Smith
- Published: 22 March 2023 22 March 2023
DeSoto, TX - DeSoto Officers working during this time on extra duty, worked a total of 15 shifts, for 70.75 hours of enforcement. They conducted 191 traffic stops and issued 87 citations and 160 warnings.
‘A beautiful baby:’ Dozens gather to grieve 3 children fatally stabbed in Italy, Texas
- Written by Zaeem Shaikh The Dallas Morning News Zaeem Shaikh The Dallas Morning News
- Published: 19 March 2023 19 March 2023
DeSOTO — They remembered smiles that lit up rooms and laughter that echoed through the halls. Memories of strong, healthy and happy children. On Friday and Saturday at the Eternal Rest Funeral Home in DeSoto, dozens of people poured into the chapel room to honor the lives of three children killed two weeks ago in an Italy, Texas, home.
DESOTO SHARES COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT PLAN PROGRESS WITH LEADERS & RESIDENTS
- Written by Matt Smith Matt Smith
- Published: 25 February 2023 25 February 2023
DeSoto, TX - On Monday, February 20, the City of DeSoto held a joint meeting to update members of the DeSoto City Council, DeSoto Planning & Zoning Commission,
DESOTO POLICE ASK FOR THE PUBLIC’S HELP TO IDENTIFY MAN ACCUSED OF THREATENING A LOCAL MOSQUE
- Published: 16 February 2023 16 February 2023
DeSoto, TX - The DeSoto Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance with identifying a man who walked into the Desoto House of Peace & Community Center on the 500 block of West Beltline Road on Tuesday at approximately 9:00 PM and allegedly threatened to harm congregants and their families.
Results of DeSoto PD Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign
- Written by Matt Smith Matt Smith
- Published: 07 January 2023 07 January 2023
DeSoto, TX — As our holiday season comes to a close, our officers worked together December 16, 2022, through January 1, 2023, to take drunk drivers off the roads.
James Franklin McDonald Jr.
- Published: 02 January 2023 02 January 2023
DeSoto, TX - James Franklin, Jim McDonald, age 85, of Duncanville, passed on Friday, October 28 while at home in DeSoto, Texas. Jim was born on December 26, 1936 in Marion County, the son of the late Mattie Handley and James F. McDonald, Sr.
Superb Woman: Hon. Dr. Janice Ingram
- Written by Texas Metro News Texas Metro News
- Published: 03 December 2022 03 December 2022
DeSoto, TX - Dr. Janice Ingram served as a member of the DeSoto ISD Board for 12 years; six as President and two as Board Secretary. For two of those years, she was the only African American and female member.
DESOTO POLICE PEACEFULLY END ARMED STANDOFF IN THEIR HQ PARKING LOT
- Written by Matt Smith Matt Smith
- Published: 14 November 2022 14 November 2022
DeSoto, TX - Earlier Monday afternoon DeSoto Police requested that members of the traveling public avoid the immediate area of their headquarters at 714 E. Beltline Road, but the situation has been resolved without incident and there are no current travel restrictions in place.
City of DeSoto in DFW Unveils New Brand Identity
- Written by Matt Smith Matt Smith
- Published: 24 October 2022 24 October 2022
DeSoto, TX - On Tuesday, October 18, 2022, the City of DeSoto unveiled a new brand identity at its City Council meeting, including a new logo, City Flag, and a tagline that reflects the inclusiveness of its culture and inviting atmosphere for all who live in the city.