Today, DPS Colonel Freeman F. Martin delivered the welcome address at the 2026 State Crash Manager’s Meeting. This year, Texas is hosting the annual State Crash Manager’s Meeting — where state leaders of several crash reconstruction programs meet to discuss high-profile cases, lessons learned, emerging technology and more. DPS’ State Crash Reconstruction Team is instrumental in work happening across the state to make Texas roads safer for all. #DPS

Remember—if you see a stop sign and red flashing lights, STOP. Yesterday morning, our Troopers joined La Joya ISD students on the road to help ensure drivers were following all school bus safety laws. For DPS, keeping our students safe is always a top priority. Let’s keep Texas safe and always stay alert on the roads.🤝 #NationalSchoolBusSafetyWeek #PublicSafety

Less than one month to go until the Texas DPS HYROX team takes on HYROX Dallas. These athletes have put in months of hard work and sacrifice, and now they’re ready to show the world what representing the Texas Tan truly means.💪 Do you have grit, determination, integrity and the team mentality it takes to join the ranks of Texas DPS? Click here to apply now for our next Recruit Class: bit.ly/4ydzc2S #JoinDPS

DPS Troopers rode along with Edinburg Consolidated ISD students to highlight National School Bus Safety Week. Today and always – we need to put safety first. Remember: if there’s no physical barrier between you and the bus, and you see stop signs and red flashing lights—STOP. Let’s keep Texas roads safe.🚗 #NationalSchoolBusSafetyWeek

According to the @NHTSAgov, school-transportation-related traffic fatalities have dropped by 14%. That’s promising news—but there’s still more work to be done. If you see a school bus with a stop sign and red flashing lights, STOP. Let’s all do our part to keep our children safe. #NationalSchoolBusSafetyWeek #PublicSafety

While conducting a border interdiction patrol flight in support of Operation Stone Garden, DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division (AOD) responded to a request about a missing kite surfer from the South Padre Police Department. DPS aircrew coordinated with officers on the ground as they began searching for the missing person. They later located a male subject in the water. Working with a @TPWDnews Game Warden vessel, they safely rescued the man. A missing female kite surfer was also later located and both received medical attention. #AOD #PublicSafety

It’s National School Bus Safety Week and DPS wants to remind you to always be cautious around school buses. If they have a stop sign and red flashing lights—stop. Let’s keep our roads safe for our children. #NationalSchoolBusSafetyWeek #PublicSafety

This week is National School Bus Safety Week and DPS wants to remind Texans to always slow down, stay alert and stop for school buses.🚌 To read more about National School Bus Safety Week, click here: bit.ly/4k4PLdp #DPS #NationalSchoolBusSafetyWeek

Keep yourself and your friends safe from accidental fentanyl poisoning. Never share a prescription and only take pills only as prescribed. Remember, #OnePillKills. Keep Texas safe and learn more about fentanyl poisoning here: bit.ly/4x375lU

That’s a Wrap for our First Annual Texas DPS National Night Out.🚓 A special thank you to the City of McAllen, our partnering agencies and most importantly— our community for making this event a success! Our Troopers enjoyed meeting every single one of you and look forward to continuing serving you all. #DPS #NationalNightOut

Real Stories of the Texas Highway Patrol: Season 1 Finale | New Episode This episode highlights Chief William Joseph McLean reflects on his years of dedicated service. A man who embodies leadership, this was a conversation and history lesson that we’ll carry with us for the rest of our lives. #DPS#RealStoriesoftheTexasHighwayPatrol

DPS Trooper Finds a Fur-Ever Friend🐾 While out on a video shoot, DPS Safety Education Service Lt. Kenny Jay Mata spotted a frightened dog dangerously close to oncoming traffic. Even though this pup initially ran away, slowly but surely, Lt. Mata gained her trust and brought her to safety. Khloe Jay is now part of the family while receiving the medical treatment, and mostly importantly— the love she deserves.

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking information about the 1995 murder of Celia Loya, 30, in El Paso Co. Right now, the reward for information leading to the arrest of those responsible for her death has been increased to $6,000 if the tip is received before the next featured Texas Rangers cold case is announced. Read more about the case here: bit.ly/4e1p4CP

Today, the members of the Public Safety Commission (PSC) recognized Troopers Melanie Moreno and Brody Telfer for bringing home the top team trophy at this year’s National Top Trooper Competition.🏆 We’re so proud to have these two individuals represent DPS and how they displayed the highest form of skill, dedication and determination. Please help us congratulate them on this amazing accomplishment! Click here to learn more: bit.ly/4B8wNbP

October Public Safety Commission Meeting Update: Today, several Texas Department of Public Safety personnel were honored during the August Public Safety Commission meeting for courage, quick thinking and dedication to safety. Read more about the awards and the honorees here: bit.ly/4jpZ2fY #DPS #PublicSafetyCommission

Full court press in El Paso. DPS is maintaining a strong, secure border alongside our state and federal partners. Human smugglers, dangerous criminals evading detection and drug traffickers beware – you’ll be met with #OperationLoneStar.

Nothing Strengthens a Community Like Coming Together 🤝 DPS is proud to join families across Texas for National Night Out—sharing conversations, activities, and the tools that help keep our neighborhoods safe! Together, we build trust. Together, we build safer communities. #DPS #NationalNightOut

1,200+ miles of border. 1 mission.   DPS is standing shoulder to shoulder with #OperationLoneStar partners every day to keep Texas – and America – safe.   #ProtectAndServe #BorderSecurity

Real Stories of the Texas Highway Patrol: Season 1 Finale | New Episode Drops This Friday On this week’s episode, we have an incredible story featuring Chief William Joseph McLean. Stay tuned to hear his experiences protecting and serving the people of Texas. #DPS #RealStoriesoftheTexasHighwayPatrol