Jaime Ayala

Edinburg Police Chief, Serving along side brave men and women, UTA & TCU Grad, FBINAA #241

[City of Edinburg @cityofedinburg]

It was a standout evening as Edinburg PD honored excellence at its annual awards ceremony. 🎉
The night recognized retirees, exceptional investigative and community work, top award recipients, and heroic life-saving efforts. Grateful for all who work to keep our community safe. 💙🚓

[Jaime Ayala @EdinburgPDChief]

Today our motors and COP unit attended the unveiling of Hidalgo County Constable Gaitan‘s new motorcycles. Congratulations and stay safe on the road.

[Jaime Ayala @EdinburgPDChief]

Thank you to the Edinburg Rotary for giving me the opportunity to share how we are policing our community.

[Jaime Ayala @EdinburgPDChief]

Great work by our COP team!

[City of Edinburg @cityofedinburg]

Our Edinburg PD officers had a great time participating in World Read Aloud Day at the Dustin Michael Sekula Memorial Library and engaging in arts-and-crafts activities with the children! ❣️📚🚔

[City of Edinburg @cityofedinburg]

🎄🚔 Good news, Edinburg! The Grinch has been caught — just in time to save Christmas! 🎅💚
Our officers tracked down his holiday mischief and made sure the season stays merry and bright. 🌟
Stay festive and stay safe, Edinburg! #OurEdinburg

[Edinburg Police Department @EdinburgPd]

Congrats to Lt. Vela-Reyna for being named one of the 2025 International Association of Chiefs of Police 40 Under 40 honorees!
This int’l recognition was presented during the IACP Annual Conference in Denver today, honoring outstanding law enforcement leaders around the world.

[Edinburg Police Department @EdinburgPd]

Moments like these remind us why we serve — to help and protect our community. 💙 An officer captured these sweet photos of Officer Benedict sharing a Jr. Badge sticker with a little girl — a simple gesture that reflects the heart of community policing. 👮‍♀️✨ #EdinburgProud

[Edinburg Police Department @EdinburgPd]

Ready to make a difference? Join the team at Edinburg PD! Apply to take the entry-level Police Officer exam and start a rewarding career with benefits while serving Edinburg.
📅 Exam Date: Nov. 4
📍 Activity Center, 123 E. Palm Dr
📝 Apply by 10/20 — scan the QR code!

[Edinburg Police Department @EdinburgPd]

🧣 What a great turnout! Today’s Faith & Blue Tailgate brought the community together as Edinburg PD officers and local clergy wrapped up the blanket drive. Thank you to everyone who stopped by and donated blankets to help keep Edinburg families warm this winter. #EdinburgHelps

[Jaime Ayala @EdinburgPDChief]

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Praying for McAllen PD and our U.S. Border Patrol partners today.
Our hearts are with the McAllen officer injured in today’s attack and all those impacted. We stand in full support of our brothers and sisters in uniform. 💙 💚

[Edinburg Police Department @EdinburgPd]

After 20 years of dedicated service, Officer Maurice Alleyne is retiring from the Edinburg PD’s Mental Health Unit.
Please join us in thanking Officer Alleyne for two decades of outstanding service. Wishing him the very best in his next chapter! 💙👮‍♂️ #EdinburgProud

[Edinburg Police Department @EdinburgPd]

Edinburg Police Department officers stepped in to assist at the food pantry hosted by Edinburg First United Methodist Church ⛪️ Their support was greatly appreciated by all involved. 🙏 #CommunitySupport #EdinburgPD

[Jaime Ayala @EdinburgPDChief]

An outstanding event!!!

[Edinburg Police Department @EdinburgPd]

Tonight at Edinburg Municipal Park, Project 365: Auto Theft & Burglary Prevention exceeded expectations. Officers engaged the community, shared critical vehicle‐security tactics, and distributed complimentary steering‐wheel locks to several attendees. Great job, team!

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🚔✨ A Historic Moment Ahead! ✨🚔 Tomorrow, Sgt. Sandra E. Tapia will break barriers as she officially steps into her new role as Edinburg PD’s first female lieutenant! 👏💙 Her hard work, leadership, and commitment to service are paving the way for future generations. 🌟🚔

[Edinburg Police Department @EdinburgPd]

🚦 Stay Safe, Edinburg! 🚦
1️⃣ Stop at Red Lights: Avoid accidents by coming to a full stop and waiting for green.
2️⃣ Control Your Speed: Follow the speed limit and adjust for weather or traffic.
3️⃣ Navigate 4-Way Stops Safely: Yield to the first vehicle at the stop.

[Edinburg Police Department @EdinburgPd]

Your identity is your most valuable possession, which is why it's so important to protect it! 🔒
Tonight, we spoke to residents of Valhalla Mobile Home Park to show them the signs of identity theft and ways to prevent it from happening. 👍 Thank you for having us! #OurEdinburg

[Edinburg Police Department @EdinburgPd]

🚫💥 We want to remind everyone that celebratory gunfire is dangerous and ILLEGAL. As we ring in the New Year, celebrate safely and responsibly! Our officers will be out on patrol to keep our community safe. Let’s make this a joyful, injury-free start to 2025. 🎆🎇 #EdinburgCares

[Edinburg Police Department @EdinburgPd]

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT 🚨
MONTE CRISTO & S I-69C
Major accident involving an 18-wheeler rollover in the southbound lanes. All southbound traffic is being diverted to exit on Monte Cristo Rd. Units are on scene providing traffic control. Please avoid the area and seek alternate routes.

[Jaime Ayala @EdinburgPDChief]

This morning, we celebrated our City of Edinburg employees who are Veterans. We thanked them for their service to this country. The Robert Vela HS mariachis were present to entertain. They are awesome!!!