HP
Houston Police Department
The Houston Police Department (HPD) is the primary municipal law enforcement agency serving the city of Houston, Texas, United States, and some surrounding areas. Established in 1841, HPD is one of the oldest law enforcement agencies in Texas. With approximately 5,300 officers and 1,200 civilian support personnel as of 2025 it is the fifth-largest municipal police department, serving the fourth-largest city in the United States. Its headquarters are at 1200 Travis in Downtown Houston.
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cameoplus · 2026-04-24
Arrest, Charge, Conviction, or Sentencing in Houston
Houston cop relieved of duties after viral N-word-laced racist rant
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conflict · 2026-04-24
Arrests in Houston
Teens arrested in plot to attack Houston synagogue
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cameoplus · 2026-04-22
Complain officially in Houston
Local officials seek firing of Houston police officer after racist rant goes viral
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cameoplus · 2026-04-17
Bring lawsuit against in Houston
Texas Attorney General sues Houston over ordinance violating Senate Bill 4
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cameoplus · 2026-04-14
Threaten to boycott/sanction in Houston
Houston City Council heated debate over mayor move to reverse ICE cooperation ordinance