Denton Police Department

Proudly serving the City of Denton, Texas. This account is not monitored 24/7. RTs ≠ endorsements.

Call 911 for emergencies. Non-emergency line: 940-349-8181

[City of Denton Fire Department @DentonFireDept]

No outdoor warning test today with severe weather potential tonight.

As a reminder, statewide emergency notification testing tomorrow from 10-12:30. @cityofdentontx @DENTONPD @dentonparks @DentonScanner

[NWS Fort Worth @NWSFortWorth]

🚨Here's the latest update on the upcoming winter weather event late week into the weekend. Potentially significant impacts to travel & infrastructure are possible. Plan ahead for travel impacts & power outages, and monitor forecasts in the coming days. #dfwwx #ctxwx

[Denton Police Department @DENTONPD]

The Denton Police Department is requesting the public’s help in identifying the driver of a vehicle that fled after striking a pedestrian on W. University Drive, east of Ector Street. Read more: https://t.co/fotKMz0vP1

[Denton Police Department @DENTONPD]

TRAFFIC ALERT | Northbound I-35W is currently closed at Oak Street due to flooding in the roadway. Traffic is being diverted to southbound I-35E. Please seek an alternate route on your morning commute! 🚨

[City of Denton Fire Department @DentonFireDept]

SIREN ACTIVATION
Winds 70 mph+ in downtown.
Blues Feat cancelled.
Hail and wind damage to the north.
Please take shelter…
@cityofdentontx @DENTONPD @DentonScanner

[City of Denton Fire Department @DentonFireDept]

9/11 CEREMONY: DFD/DPD will have a brief wreath-laying ceremony in front of Central Fire Station at 0859 on Thursday morning. Open to the public.
@cityofdentontx @DENTONPD

[Denton Police Department @DENTONPD]

Due to a major crash at FM 2449 and Underwood Road, expect delays in the area. The intersection will be closed for at least two hours while officers investigate the crash. One person has been transported to a hospital. @DentonFireDept

[Denton Police Department @DENTONPD]

The Denton Police Department has arrested a Krum man for Murder and an additional narcotics charge following an investigation into a fatal fentanyl overdose. Read more: https://t.co/9zpbsbKmjK

[City of Denton Fire Department @DentonFireDept]

5-State Helicopters will be installing a rooftop HVAC unit at TWU ACT (Clocktower) building this Saturday morning 8a-12p. Oakland shut down for 1 block just N of 3rd St. Direct questions to [email protected] or their number at 972-636-4009.
@cityofdentontx @DENTONPD

[Denton Police Department @DENTONPD]

The Denton Police Department has arrested a man on murder and tampering with evidence charges following an investigation into the death of his fiancée on Par Drive.

Read more: https://t.co/Jqt7hSGHhD

[City of Denton Fire Department @DentonFireDept]

TRAFFIC ALERT FOR I35W:
DFD working an oil spill NB 35W between Vintage/FM2449 and the 35 split. HazMat crew on scene. Left lane is getting thru but traffic backing up quickly towards Crawford.
@cityofdentontx @DENTONPD @DentonScanner @DFWscanner

[Denton Police Department @DENTONPD]

A Denton man is facing four arson charges, including two first-degree felonies, following a joint @DentonFireDept and @DENTONPD investigation into the December deaths of an elderly couple. Read more: https://t.co/TD6iY6ykwV

[Denton Municipal Electric @dmepower]

ROAD CLOSURE ON MINGO ROAD

Mingo Rd is currently closed under its intersection with Loop 288 due to flooding.

Please be on the lookout for high water, there is no ETA for the roadway to reopen at this time.

[NWS Fort Worth @NWSFortWorth]

Flash Flood Warning including Denton TX, Lewisville TX and Flower Mound TX until 2:00 PM CDT

[Denton Police Department @DENTONPD]

⚠️ TURN AROUND, DON’T DROWN! ⚠️ We are receiving reports of flooded streets across town due to the heavy rainfall. The southbound I-35 exit to University Drive is currently closed, but we urge you to use extreme caution wherever you are driving. @DentonFireDept

[Denton Police Department @DENTONPD]

The Denton Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that left one man dead on Tuesday morning. Read more: https://t.co/FKX86HDi8R

[Denton Police Department @DENTONPD]

NEWS RELEASE | The Denton Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying the driver of a vehicle that failed to stop after striking two pedestrians. Read more: https://t.co/bEMojg3JnE

[Denton Police Department @DENTONPD]

FACT CHECK | A misleading social media post claims that a fatal stabbing occurred at the local shelter. We want to assure the community that this is false, and no such incident took place.

As a reminder, please follow our page for the latest, verified information on incidents.

[Denton Police Department @DENTONPD]

TRAFFIC ALERT | Due to a serious crash, northbound I-35W is currently closed north of FM 2449/Vintage Boulevard. All northbound traffic must exit at FM 2449/Vintage Boulevard. Please seek an alternate route!

[Denton Police Department @DENTONPD]

TRAFFIC ALERT | Only one westbound lane of E. University is currently open near Mayhill Road due to a two-vehicle crash involving an 18-wheeler. One person has been transported to a hospital. Please seek an alternate route to allow first responders & tow personnel to safely work!