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12/08/2023

Tarrant County Deputy Brown went home today.

"The Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office is excited to announce that Deputy Brent Brown was released from John Peter Smith Hospital earlier today. On November 27th, 2023, at approximately 3:40 p.m., TCSO Deputy Brown was shot while working security at a Fort Worth Credit Union in east Fort Worth. He sustained serious injuries. Thanks to the quick action of law enforcement and EMS on scene and the medical staff and JPS, today he returns home. Deputy Brown was greeted with cheers and applause by family and friends, law enforcement officers from around the area, JPS medical staff, MedStar, the Fort Worth Fire Department and the Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office as he exited the hospital. Marked TCSO vehicles driven by Brown’s fellow deputies and supervisors from the TCSO Warrants Division, where Brown currently serves as a deputy on the fugitive team, lead the es**rt as he left the hospital. The es**rt paused, allowing Brown to give a ‘thumbs up’ to media before leaving. “We are so excited that Brent is getting to go home. This is what victory over evil looks like,” said Tarrant County Sheriff Bill Waybourn.
Deputy Brown and his family asked that we extend sincere thanks to all of the first
responders on the scene who took quick action in rendering medical aid to Brent, the Fort Worth Police Department, MedStar, the Fort Worth Fire Department, the bank tellers who quickly called 9-1-1 even as gunfire was occurring, John Peter Smith surgery teams, nurses and other medical staff, the JPS Police Department, all the deputies and TCSO personnel who volunteered to stand watch at Brown’s hospital room, multiple agencies from around North Texas, the TCLE Association and everyone in the community who have offered so much support. Last but certainly not least, a special thanks to all of the TCSO team members who have rallied around Brent since the night of the shooting. From the family of Brent Brown, “please know form our hearts to yours that we sincerely appreciate you all. We believe that God placed you all exactly where you needed to be that day.” P/C TCSO Robbie Hoy

12/08/2023

1 injured in late night shooting at Hulen Mall

"On December 7, 2023, at 23:54 hours, West officers were dispatched to 6218 Hulen Bend Blvd. to respond to a shooting call.

Upon arrival, officers located a gunshot wound victim. The victim was shot during an altercation and transported to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injury."

12/08/2023

Scanner stories:

Caller states he went onto his roof to check for rodents and is afraid the ladder won't stay on his way back down. Requests an officer to hold the ladder for safety.

12/08/2023

NTSB has released their preliminary report of the fatal crash of a 1963 Mooney M20C that claimed the life of it's pilot in plano. Witnesses say that during a go around after an attempted landing, that the left wing suddenly dipped and the plane then crashed nose first.

12/08/2023

Hearing a New York accent from a North Texas dispatcher can really screw with one's head.

12/08/2023

Texas DPS is currently Investigating a fatal accident involving a 15 year old Livingston ISD student. Livingston is an hour north of Houston.

"Troopers are investigating a fatal crash involving a Livingston ISD bus on US 59 north of Livingston.

Sadly, we can confirm a 15-year-old student was struck and killed by an 18-wheeler as the child was leaving the bus.

Investigators remain on the scene, gathering evidence." Says TXDPS SE Division PIO

12/08/2023

19 year old dies in motorcycle accident Wednesday evening.

Shortly before 9pm Keller 911 recieved calls about a motorcycle crash on southbound 377 at Mt Gilead. Upon arrival officers found a single female rider who was unresponsive. FD soon arrived and began life saving measures. She was transported to Baylor Grapevine but was soon pronounced deceased after arriving. Tarrant County Medical examiners officer identified her as a 19 year old from Roanoke. At this time Keller has not released the cause of the accident or if anybody else was involved.
P/C Richard Clary

12/07/2023

We'd like to thank everyone who has reached out to us and offered support for Deputy Brent Brown. His recovery will be a long process, but he is gradually making improvements. To those wishing to donate, the Tarrant County Law Enforcement Association has set up an account at the Tarrant County Credit Union in Deputy Brown's name to accept any donations. You can do this by going to any Tarrant County Credit Union and letting the staff know you'd like to give to Brent Brown - they will know what to do from there.

Thanks again to all who have extended kindness to Deputy Brown and TCSO. Please continue to keep him in your thoughts and prayers as he heals.

12/07/2023

Video from Tuesday's dog rescue by Fort Worth & Medstar

Fort Worth FD & Medstar save dog trapped in burning home Tuesday morning.

At 8:35 am Fort Worth 911 recieved a smoke investigation call for the 4100 block of Spindletree Ln in North Fort Worth. While engine 31 was enroute fire alarm upgraded this call to a structure fire due to what a caller was telling them. Upon arrival engine 31 found light smoke showing from the roof of the home and began to investigate. While making entry into the home heavy smoke was reported and a working fire was declared. Quint 31 quickly arrived and began searching the home as engine 31 tried to locate the fire. During the search a dog was found unconscious due to smoke inhalation and was brought outside. Crews from both FWFD and Medstar immediately began treating the dog. Eventually the dog was transported to a medstar ambulance to warm up and continue with oxygen treatments. The dog is expected to survive. There where no other injuries due to this fire and arson is investigating into the cause.

12/07/2023

Looking for something holiday related to do with the kiddos? Check out Artful Mayhem Studio in Keller. There are also adults only classes.

12/07/2023

(Sings) I'm....
Dreaming....
Of a....
Bag.....
of Dino nuggets......

12/07/2023

Motorcycle crash (Keller)

Keller on scene of a motorcycle accident on south bound 377 at Mt. Gilead. Officers advise 1 female rider breathing but non responsive. CPR is in progress.

12/07/2023

To clear up a previous post. The male that has been accused of shooting and killing 6 people in San Antonio and Austin and shooting 2 officers and a bicyclist is still in custody. BUT, he was previously bailed out of jail by a justice reform organization after he was charged with previous violent crimes. These bail outs let a male walk out of jail and he ended up going on a killing spree instead of staying in jail and waiting for a trial. He does currently sit in a Travis County Jail with 0 bond for murder of multiple people there. He will eventually answer for his crimes in San Antonio where he took the lives of his parents.

12/07/2023

Naked male (Haltom City)

Haltom City has a male in custody after an officer spotted him walking across the Haltom Rd bridge over 820 Naked. Officers requesting medics for evaluation.

12/06/2023

Unconscious person (alliance)

Fort Worth is responding to a vehicle that is stopped in the middle of I-35W southbound near alliance. Callers state the driver appears unconscious.

12/06/2023

No that wasn't the call for the beginning of Jade Helm. That was just the weekly test of the outdoor warning sirens. Jade Helm siren includes explosions.

12/06/2023

Police presence (Arlington)

Grand prairie was attempting to get a black male into custody after he was seen walking down I-30 swinging a large, sharp, metal object around. The male is in custody at this time. Expect heavy traffic in the area.

12/06/2023

Update: safely located

12/06/2023

Fort Worth FD & Medstar save dog trapped in burning home Tuesday morning.

At 8:35 am Fort Worth 911 recieved a smoke investigation call for the 4100 block of Spindletree Ln in North Fort Worth. While engine 31 was enroute fire alarm upgraded this call to a structure fire due to what a caller was telling them. Upon arrival engine 31 found light smoke showing from the roof of the home and began to investigate. While making entry into the home heavy smoke was reported and a working fire was declared. Quint 31 quickly arrived and began searching the home as engine 31 tried to locate the fire. During the search a dog was found unconscious due to smoke inhalation and was brought outside. Crews from both FWFD and Medstar immediately began treating the dog. Eventually the dog was transported to a medstar ambulance to warm up and continue with oxygen treatments. The dog is expected to survive. There where no other injuries due to this fire and arson is investigating into the cause.

12/06/2023

A male is dead after crashing bike into a stopped car Monday night.

Just before 10:30 Monday night Fort Worth 911 recieved a call about a major accident on the 6700 block of Sandshell Dr in North Fort Worth.
"According to an independent witness, it appears the Mazda was exiting the apartment complex and stopped before entering the roadway. The Kawasaki motorcycle was driving northbound on Sandshell at a high rate of speed. The motorcycle lost control and slid into the Mazda. The driver of the motorcycle was pronounced deceased on scene by Medstar personnel. The driver of the Mazda remained on scene and spoke with officers during the investigation." Says FWPD PIO Jimmy Pollozani

12/05/2023

Male faces multiple felonies after shooting at neighbors late Monday night.

Shortly before 5:30pm Monday night Fort Worth 911 recieved calls about a male that was outside on the 4500 block of Glacier st firing a gun. Callers stated he had fired shots at people and passing cars, luckily nobody was hit by the bullets. When officers around 44 year Luis Flores barricaded himself inside his home. After lengthy attempts by officers to get Mr. Flores out of the home he continued to ignore commands. Fort Worth S.W.A.T. was eventually activated and took over the scene. After multiple rounds of tear gas being fired into the home, Mr. Flores continued to remain inside. He finally gave up peacefully around 11pm as teams where preparing to make entry into the home. He has been charged with Deadly Conduct discharges in direction of individual(s), Discharge Firearm Certain Munic and Evading Arrest Detention.
At this time there is no booking photo available.

12/05/2023

2 arrests made in the fatal crash on Davis on October 30th that claimed the life of 21 21-year-old Gavin Owens says NRHPD

30-year-old Joseph Branscomb and 38-year-old Robert Obrien, both of North Richland Hills, have been charged with Racing on Highway with Death, a second-degree felony. Initial witness reports, coupled with immediate evidence at the scene, led officers to believe that speed was a factor. Through a meticulous and thorough investigative process by North Richland Hills Crash Investigations, Investigators discovered evidence indicating that Branscomb and Obrien were racing along Davis Blvd near Northeast Pkwy moments before the crash. Both Branscomb and Obrien turned themselves into the North Richland Hills Police Department, where their bonds were set at $35,000.

The case has been filed and accepted by the Tarrant County District Attorney's Office.

12/05/2023

Search (Dallas)

Mansfield with the help of Dallas and other agencies are currently searching for a black male last scene wearing all black with black face mask after a lengthy pursuit ended in a crash near Elsie Faue Higgins st and Crozier. Suspects wanted In a robbery at CVS in Mansfield.

12/05/2023

I still don't know what the fox says.

12/05/2023

Major accident (Fort Worth)

Update: This is confirmed to be a person that was on top of a vehicles hood going down I-30 and fell off.

Fort Worth is working a major accident with 1 person critically injured. This is possibly related to a rolling domestic situation. Waiting for conformation from PD. Expect west bound I-30 to be shut down.

12/05/2023

Arlington announced DOD training in Arlington and other North Texas cities this week.

The Arlington Police Department, in conjunction with other North Texas law enforcement agencies, is providing support to the U.S. Department of Defense as they conduct training exercises at different locations across the DFW Metroplex this week, including Arlington. That training is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 and will run through Friday, December 8, 2023.

The sites have been carefully selected to minimize impact to the daily routines of residents and visitors. Each site will be secured to ensure the safety of the general public and the participants. For this reason, training site locations will not be disclosed.

There will be no public or media viewing opportunities. The purpose of this advisory is to provide awareness to the community should they come across it.

This is a scheduled training exercise and is not in response to any current world events.

12/04/2023

FWPD releases update on Deputy Brent Brown and releases video of the shooting/robbery.

On Monday, November 27, 2023, at 3:42 p.m., the Fort Worth Police Department responded to a shooting call at the Fort Worth Community Credit Union located at the 6500 block of Brentwood Stair Road.

When officers arrived, they observed that the front glass of the bank was shattered and entered the bank while also setting up a perimeter. They did not find a suspect but did find a Tarrant County Sheriff’s Deputy had been shot and immediately rendered aid.

The preliminary investigation determined that at approximately 3:37 p.m. a suspect, later identified as Leland Williams, 35, walked into the bank and entered a fake name at the check-in kiosk and stated that he wished to open an account. Williams approached the counter several times without being called up. During his last approach to the bank teller, Williams displayed a handgun and immediately shot Deputy Brent Brown, who was working in a uniformed off-duty capacity. Despite being struck twice, once in the upper body and once in the lower abdomen, Deputy Brown returned fire. Due to Deputy Brown’s quick response, Williams was not able to fire his weapon toward the bank employee and instead ran away on foot.

Fort Worth Police Department officers arrived at the location at 3:43 p.m. and due to their quick arrival, they were able to gather valuable witness information regarding the direction Williams fled.

Shortly after the shooting, Fort Worth Police received additional information from residents in a nearby neighborhood that the suspect may have entered a house in the 1800 block of Lynnwood Hills Drive.

Fort Worth SWAT responded to the house and apprehended Williams after a brief standoff without incident.

No other officers or civilians were injured.

Williams is currently being held in the Tarrant County Jail with a bond set at $1 million on a charge of Criminal Attempt – Capital Murder of a Peace Officer.

This remains an ongoing investigation.

Brown, who has served with the TCSO since 2011 and is assigned to the warrant division, is recovering from his injuries.

The Fort Worth Police Department is releasing relevant portions of officer body-worn cameras and surveillance footage from this incident.

The critical police incident video can be viewed here: Fort Worth PD responds to Tarrant County Sheriff’s Deputy shooting
https://youtu.be/rUcwgWuh_7g?feature=shared

12/04/2023

Bank Robbery (North Richland Hills)

Officers are investigating a bank robbery at the wells Fargo on the 6700 block of Iron horse. Information is very limited at this time but expect heavy PD presence in the area.

12/04/2023

Male shot multiple times and killed at Arlington apartment complex parking lot.

"On Sunday, December 3, 2023, at approximately 7:23 p.m., the Arlington Police Department responded to an apartment complex in the 2900 block of Forest Hollow Lane to investigate a reported shooting.

When officers arrived on scene, residents directed them to a car in the parking lot where they found a 29-year-old man with multiple gunshot wounds in the driver’s seat. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Detectives are working to determine what led to the shooting. At this time, a motive is unclear. No arrests have been made and there is currently no suspect information."

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Detective Hall at (817) 459-5325. Tipsters can also remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers of Tarrant County at (817) 469-8477.

12/04/2023

Traffic on west bound 820 was forced to exit at Holiday lane Saturday night as Crews began work on 820 westbound main lines near Rufe Snow. This caused traffic on the ramps of 820E north bound and 183W to become backed up. Several vehicle decided to reverse down the west bound on ramp from Bedford-Euless in an attempt to find away around the traffic. Others drove right into oncoming traffic. Some didn't even make it up there ramp and decided turn around early. Here's a little over 8 minutes of this going on. It went on for hours.
North Richland Hills PD

12/04/2023

Recieved many messages about explosions in western part of the county last night around 10/10:30. There was a fire at green metal recycling on Jacksboro hwy. What you where hearing where chemicals left inside different items exploding from the fire. No injuries where reported and the fire was put out pretty quickly.

12/04/2023

Structure fire (Watauga)

Watauga with aid from Haltom and North Richland Hills are on scene of a structure fire on Linda. Reports of a male still being inside after running back into the home to rescue a dog. Working fire declared.

12/04/2023

A 27 year old is in custody after killing 2 people in a wrong way crash early Sunday morning.

27 year old Andrew Adamson has been charged with 2 counts of intoxication Manslaughter after running into a SUV head on on Chilstom Trail tollway near downtown Fort Worth. FWPD says "On Sunday, December 3, 2023, at 0045 hours, Central units were dispatched to 1800 Chisholm Trail PKWY to respond to a major accident call.

It is believed that a vehicle traveling in the wrong lanes collided with an SUV. Both of the occupants of the SUV were pronounced deceased at the scene. " A 35 year old female and a 42 year old male.

Adamson was transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. At this time there is no booking photo as he is still receiving treatment for his injuries.

12/04/2023

Shooting (Fort Worth)

Update: medstar confirms nobody shot. Still waiting on PD

Fort Worth FD and medstar on scene of a shooting on Southbound I-35W at the exit for E Northside Dr. This is possibly a road rage incident. Currently waiting on PD to respond.

12/03/2023

17 year old charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon after shooting family member late Sunday morning.

"On Sunday, December 3, 2023, at 0309 hours, East units were dispatched to 1608 Canfield, responding to a shooting call.

While on the scene of an unrelated call, officers heard gunshots coming from another apartment in the complex. Officers located a victim with a gunshot wound who was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries.

The suspected suspect is in custody. Gun violence detectives have been notified and will be conducting the follow-up investigation." Says FWPD PIO Jimmy Pollozani.

William English currently sits in FWPD custody awaiting to see the judge.

12/03/2023

Commercial hi-rise structure fire (Fort Worth)

Update: 1 fire fighter is being treated for smoke inhalation.

Fort Worth on scene of a large hotel with smoke showing from the basement of the building on the 3300 block of Championship Way. There are reports of a dryer on fire in the basement. This is the jackdaw hotel.

12/03/2023

A 42 year old female is charged with deadly conduct after stand off with Hurst PD Saturday night.

Shortly before 9:30 Saturday night Hurst PD responded to the 700 block of Briarwood lane for reports of a female firing a gun in her back yard. As officers arrived they heard a shot come from the rear of the home and immediately took cover. After several attempts to get 42 year old Lindsey Maxfield to exit the home. NETCAST was activated. (NETCAST is a S.W.A.T. team put together of special trained officers from Hurst, Euless, Bedford, and Grapevine). After a few hours Maxfield was taken into custody with out incident. She currently sits in Tarrant County Jail charged with deadly conduct and is being held with no bond.

12/03/2023

That's a new one lol

12/03/2023

With Santa being seen so many places around the same time....it really makes you think..

12/03/2023

Scanner stories:

"That's the female that twerks on the pole"

I got nothing....

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Video from Tuesday's dog rescue by Fort Worth & Medstar Fort Worth FD & Medstar save dog trapped in burning home Tuesday morning. At 8:35 am Fort Worth 911 recieved a smoke investigation call for the 4100 block of Spindletree Ln in North Fort Worth. While engine 31 was enroute fire alarm upgraded this call to a structure fire due to what a caller was telling them. Upon arrival engine 31 found light smoke showing from the roof of the home and began to investigate. While making entry into the home heavy smoke was reported and a working fire was declared. Quint 31 quickly arrived and began searching the home as engine 31 tried to locate the fire. During the search a dog was found unconscious due to smoke inhalation and was brought outside. Crews from both FWFD and Medstar immediately began treating the dog. Eventually the dog was transported to a medstar ambulance to warm up and continue with oxygen treatments. The dog is expected to survive. There where no other injuries due to this fire and arson is investigating into the cause.

14 year old says his sister took his ankle monitor

watching a game of "i can drive in reverse betrsd than you" vs "lets go the wrong way

watching a game of "i can drive in reverse better than you" vs "lets go the wrong way on an on ramp"

Arrest video of the 3 teens who ran from FWPD in a stolen vehicle late Tuesday night in West Fort Worth.

Ever seen a cop try and P.I.T. Maneuver a cow? Now you have. Monday a Seagoville officer chased a cow down the median of U.S. 175 in the wrong direction.

Arlington PD releases body cam and other information on the males state of mind during the November 19th officer involved shooting that led to a males suicide by cop. You can hear the officers pleading with the male to let them help him. View discretion is advised.

Ever seen a christmas tree run? Elementary school teachers dress up in inflatable costumes to celebrate Christmas.

Press conference for the shooting of TCSO Deputy on the 6400 block of Brentwood Stair rd. FWPD Chief Noakes and TCSO PIO Robby Hoy give us more information.

Caller upset his no poop sign is being ignored.

Male says he's being blackmailed for $700 over a video of him dancing.

live from Fort Worth, TX a special Thanksgiving Day scanner night live. Thank you for

live from Fort Worth, TX a special Thanksgiving Day scanner night live. Thank you for the donations

Car theft suspect asks officer if he can smoke a black & mild before going to jail.

live from Fort Worth, TX IIIIIIIIITTTTTTSSSSSS SCANNER NIGHT LIVE!!!!!

Sunday while hanging out in one of my hiding spots a group of takeover kids slowly filled up the circle at the end of Sylvania Cross dr. A single FWPD Officer showed up to kill the party and they all scattered. Watched nearly have a dozen wrecks almost happen as they all crossed paths trying to run. Here's the takeover version of the Fast & Furious warehouse scene.

A fire on the 400 block of Country Ln in Haslet Thursday takes everything with it and leaves a family wondering where they'll stay for the holidays.

Y'all really need to leave the handcuffs alone and stop "playing" with them.

Early Tuesday morning a van crashed into the barrier of 820 and I-35W. Nobody was in the vehicle when PD/FD arrived. Thanks to Richard Clary for the video

live audio of mansfield pursuit. speeds reaching 120mph

Suspect in custody at apartment complex in grand prairie at 360 and E Mayfield. Possibly stolen vehicle out of grand prairie live audio of mansfield pursuit. speeds reaching 120mph

It's scanner night live!!

A 2 alarm fire has severally damaged a Hispanic church near the stockyards on the 2200 block of Ross Ave in Fort Worth.

Mansfield PD pursuit live (breaks in audio as officers chase. will provide updates as

Mansfield PD pursuit live (breaks in audio as officers chase. will provide updates as they can)

saturday night live scanner night ride along

Arlington PD looking for the male that was seen climbing on a street light pole Friday afternoon as the rangers championship celebration parade was going by. The male was able to flee offers by using the crowd to get away. Thanks to Northeast Texas Media for the video.

Kids lock mom in police handcuffs, require an officer to get them off.

Scanner stories: Rangers parade edition "There are people on top of the Porta potty's and the roofs are starting to gave in"

At 11:49am Fort Worth Police made the final call for Fallen Officer Sgt. Jon Jenson #3005 after he lost a long fought battle with covid on October 28, 2023. Sgt. Jenson was a 26 year veteran of the FWPD and served as a supervisor for the departments North Division. He passed away with friends, family and colleagues by his side. #neverforget

Check out what happens when you Google who the 2023 world series champions are.

4 car accident leaves 1 person critically injured and parts of Davis shut down for several hours Monday evening says NRHPD "North Richland Hills, TX (October 30, 2023): A four-vehicle crash on Davis Blvd. near Turner Terr. left three people injured, one critically, and had the roadway closed in both directions for several hours. At about 7:45 p.m., reports of the crash came into the North Richland Hills Joint Communications Center. Witnesses reported that four vehicles were involved, with multiple people injured. North Richland Hills Fire-Rescue transported three people from the crash: one critical, one serious, and one in good condition. Crash investigators were called to map the expansive crash scene. The roadway remained closed from Cross to Turner for several hours. North Richland Hills Street Department also responded to the scene to assist with the cleanup efforts of the crash site. While the exact cause remains under investigation, witnesses reported that speed may have played a factor in the crash." Thanks to NRHPD PIO for the video of the scene.

S.W.A.T. Responds to barricaded subject in South Fort Worth Sunday evening. Shortly after 7pm Sunday evening a female called Fort Worth 911 and toll police her bf had struck her in the head. When police arrived the male suspect refused to exit the resident on the 4900 block of Sleepy Ridge Cir. S.W.A.T. was called in to assist in getting the male into custody. After a short stand off the male exited the residence and was taken into custody peacefully. The female victim was able to transport herself to a hospital for treatment of her injuries. At this time neither the suspect or the victims identity has been released. Thanks to Johnathan Brady for the video.