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HPD

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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