HCSO SWAT, Bomb & CNT

Official account of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Unit, Bomb Unit and Crisis Negotiations Team. Not monitored 24/7. For emergencies, call 911.

[HCSO SWAT, Bomb & CNT @HCSOSWAT]

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[HCSOTexas @HCSOTexas]

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[HCSO SWAT, Bomb & CNT @HCSOSWAT]

Today members of HCSO Patrol, HCSO Swat, and HCSO K9 conducted a safety presentation for the Heritage at Towne Lake HOA. We thank them for inviting us and building that strong relationship with the community and law enforcement. @HCSOTexas @HCSO_CIB @HCSO_SEBFOD @HCSO_MajorCed

[HCSO SWAT, Bomb & CNT @HCSOSWAT]

@HCSOTexas Today members of HCSO Patrol, HCSO Swat, and HCSO K9 conducted a safety presentation for the Heritage at Towne Lake HOA. We thank them for inviting us and building that strong relationship with the community and law enforcement. @HCSO_SEBFOD @HCSO_CIB @HCSO_MajorCed

[HCSO SWAT, Bomb & CNT @HCSOSWAT]

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Today our SWAT, Bomb, K9, and Air-wing Units conducted a demo for the UH-Downtown BPOC Cadets. Displaying all the great opportunities and future that a HCSO career has.

[Captain Chris Ecke @HCSO_SEBFOD]

Being a Bomb Tech takes a rare mindset: calm under pressure, methodical in chaos, and committed to protecting others at any cost. It’s not just a specialty, it’s a calling. Respect to those who stepped up to test for one of the most demanding roles in public safety. @HCSOTexas

[HCSO SWAT, Bomb & CNT @HCSOSWAT]

HCSO SWAT assisted Galveston County Sheriff’s Office in a nearly seven hour standoff by providing a vital resource and tool (ROOK) which ended the standoff peacefully. ⁦⁦@HCSOTexas⁩ ⁦@HCSO_CIB⁩ ⁦@HCSO_SEBFOD⁩ ⁦@HCSO_MajorCed⁩ ⁦ https://t.co/RRbd8Upuu5

[HCSO SWAT, Bomb & CNT @HCSOSWAT]

HCSO Bomb Unit is hosting Manual Neutralization Training. If an Improvised Explosives Devices can’t be handled by remote, manual EOD techniques are essential. Safety and survivability are enhanced when one possesses and confidently executes these advanced render safe skills.

[HCSO SWAT, Bomb & CNT @HCSOSWAT]

HCSO Crisis Negotiation Team is at the 2025 NTOA CNT conference in Chandler Arizona. They are meeting with negotiators all over the world and sharing information and skill sets in the world of negotiations. Today they met with negotiators from Ukraine.

[Captain Chris Ecke @HCSO_SEBFOD]

Since 2018, he’s served HCSO with a drive to grow and give back, from patrol deputy and firearms instructor to his current role as a Public Safety Bomb Technician. He also serves as a Swift Water Rescue Swimmer, always ready to answer the call. @HCSOTexas

[HCSO SWAT, Bomb & CNT @HCSOSWAT]

Congratulations to our members of HCSO Swat that participated in the 2025 TTPOA Swat Competition in Conroe, Texas. They placed 5th out of 40 teams.

[HCSO SWAT, Bomb & CNT @HCSOSWAT]

HCSO SWAT is participating in a 5 day TTPOA SWAT competition in Conroe,Texas. Wish them luck!!!

[Captain Chris Ecke @HCSO_SEBFOD]

A U.S. Army veteran with 15 years of service at HCSO, Deputy Montoya is a dedicated Bomb Technician committed to staying ahead of evolving threats. @HCSOTexas

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HCSO teammates join the East Aldine community for National Night Out 2025 — connecting with neighbors, strengthening partnerships, and celebrating the spirit of unity that keeps Harris County safe.

#NNO2025 #HCSONNO2025

[HCSOTexas @HCSOTexas]

National Night Out is underway!

📍 Find your nearest National Night Out party here: https://t.co/mLeHEfTXo6

#HCSONNO2025 #NNO2025

[Captain Mike Koteras @HCSO_D1Patrol]

Champions celebrating national night out

#NNO2025 #HCSONNO2025

[HCSO SWAT, Bomb & CNT @HCSOSWAT]

Great collaboration between our regional and federal partners on getting explosive materials and weapons off the streets. @HCSOTexas

[HCSO SWAT, Bomb & CNT @HCSOSWAT]

Authorities seize explosives, weapons during La Marque raid https://t.co/HXTPEaVvnz via @GalvNews

[Captain Chris Ecke @HCSO_SEBFOD]

Deputy Manteca is a Master Peace Officer & Bomb Technician with expertise ranging from explosive breaching to radiological & nuclear threat response. He works with the FBI’s Weapons of Mass Destruction Task Force, keeping Harris County safe at the highest level!

[Captain Chris Ecke @HCSO_SEBFOD]

Since 2013, Deputy Torres has served with the HCSO with dedication, from patrol to becoming a SWAT operator, explosive breacher, and FBI-certified bomb technician. He also lends his skills as a public safety diver, always ready to step in when the community needs him.