Wills Point Police Department

Join Us for the 10th Annual Back the Blue Event!!

The Wills Point Police Department is excited to invite our community to our 10th Annual Back the Blue Event on June 12 & 13!

This is more than just an event—it’s a celebration of community, connection, and support for those who serve and protect. Bring your family and friends out for a fun-filled couple of days with great food, activities, and fellowship!

We’re also looking for:

•Vendors to showcase your goods.
•Sponsors to help make this event bigger than ever.
• Donations for our Silent Auction.

Your support helps us continue building strong relationships within our community while making this event unforgettable year after year!!

If you’re interested in being a vendor, sponsor, or contributing to the silent auction, please reach out—we’d love to partner with you!!

Let’s make this 10th year the best one yet!!

🚨💙 NOW HIRING — JOIN THE WILLS POINT POLICE DEPARTMENT! 💙🚨

Come be part of something bigger & fulfill our one vacancy!!

🚓 Serve. Protect. Evolve. Wills Point PD. 💙

Think you’ve got what it takes to make a difference?

We’re looking for TCOLE-certified officer new or experienced — to join our growing family of professionals who serve with pride, purpose, and heart.

This isn’t your average department — we’re modern, motivated, and moving forward fast. 💪

We are not the Country Club of the County - We do take pride in being productive, proactive with structure and discipline 😎
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🔥 SPECIALIZED UNITS INCLUDE:

🐾 K9 Interdiction.
🕵️ Criminal Investigations.
💊 Narcotics Investigations.
🚔 Regional Interdiction Task Force.
🚁 Drone Operations.
💣 Van Zandt County Regional SWAT Team.

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🚘 WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE:

✅ Brand NEW fleet of Hemi Durangos for patrol.
✅ Explorers for CID & supervisors.
✅ Take-home units (within 30 mins of Wills Point).
✅ Motorola dual-band radios + updated computer systems.
✅ WatchGuard in-car & body camera systems.
✅ New department-issued fi****ms.
✅ License Plate Readers (mobile units + trailer).
✅ Year-round uniforms (summer, winter, off-duty & Class A). With outter carrier vests .

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💰 PAY & PERKS:

💵 Starting at $53,150 (no experience needed!). Yes, we know some of you make more doing whatever it is you claim but, we are a municipal entity that’s based on your tax dollars. If our pay is a joke to you, then please pay more taxes to accommodate our pay.

🏥 City-paid health insurance for employees.
💼 2-to-1 retirement match (5-year vesting).
🎖️ Longevity, vacation, holidays, sick time, & certification pay.

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💪 MODERN DEPARTMENT • MODERN POLICIES:

We’re proud to be updated for today’s world — tattoos and beards welcome! 😎

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🎁 COMMUNITY FIRST:

From our Thanksgiving Give Back to Blue Santa Christmas, and our annual Back the Blue event, we believe in serving beyond the badge. 💙

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👮‍♂️ READY TO ROLL?

📞 Call us at (903) 873-2588
📍 Or stop by: 120 N 5th St, Wills Point, TX 75169t

*** OFFICIAL MEDIA RELEASE ***

WILLS POINT, TEXAS:

Severe flooding has impacted the City of Wills Point and surrounding rural areas following heavy rainfall overnight.

During the late evening hours and early morning hours, the Wills Point Police Department, Wills Point City Marshal’s Office, and the Wills Point Fire Department conducted a residential high-water rescue in the 1400 block of Pecan Avenue. Responders navigated floodwaters exceeding 4.5 feet in depth with a strong current.

Through the coordinated efforts of these agencies, responders successfully located and rescued a family of four along with their household pets.

Joint operations also allowed responders to assist with the evacuation of several additional residents in the affected area.

If you or someone you know has been affected by the storm or flooding, please contact the American Red Cross for assistance at 1-800-RED CROSS (733-2767).

As we approach the spring season, which often brings increased severe weather, now is an important time for families to review emergency preparedness plans. Residents are encouraged to meet with family members, stock necessary supplies, and—particularly for those living in flood-prone areas—develop and review evacuation plans.

At this time, we are thankful to report no injuries related to this incident and we continue to hope and pray for the safety of all residents.

We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to all assisting agencies for their support and response efforts throughout the rural areas of our community.

- Chief Aaron Long

The Wills Point Police Department is asking for the community’s help in locating a missing young man who has been officially reported and entered into state and national missing/runaway databases.

Officers have thoroughly investigated all available leads and have contacted area hospitals, urgent care centers, mental health facilities, and school districts in an effort to locate him.

A recent social media post suggests he may have last been seen in Forney.

If you have seen this young man or have any information about his whereabouts, please call 911 or contact the Wills Point Police Department directly.

Please share this information to help bring him home safely.

🚔 NOW HIRING – WILLS POINT POLICE DEPARTMENT 🚔

Professional Policing. Supportive Leadership. Strong Community.

The Wills Point Police Department is seeking TCOLE Certified Police Officers who want to work for a department that supports its officers, values proactive policing, and is committed to the community it serves.

At WPPD, leadership is present, accessible, and engaged. Our administration believes in leading from the front, providing officers with the tools, training, and trust they need to do the job right—while backing them when they do.

💰 COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Starting Salary: $53,150.
(Yes, we know others pay more, or that you claim you make more on a Sunday side job. This is a small, rural department of a small but supportive community. As the community grows, the finances will grow).

Take-Home Patrol Vehicle Program.
(Residence within 30 minutes of the City is required).

Retirement: 2:1 City Match.

5-Year Vesting.

100% City-Paid Health Insurance.

Holiday Pay / Time.

Vacation Time.

Sick Leave.

Certification Pay.

🚓 EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY & RESOURCES:

All department-issued equipment.

Brand-new patrol vehicle fleet.

License Plate Reader (LPR) systems.

Mobile LPR Trailer.

Modern radios, body-worn cameras, and safety gear.

Equipment selected with officer safety and efficiency in mind.

🧭 SPECIALIZED ASSIGNMENTS & CAREER DEVELOPMENT:

WPPD actively encourages career growth and specialization:

K-9 Unit.

Criminal Interdiction.

Drone (UAS) Operations.

Criminal Investigations / Detective Division.

Ongoing advanced training opportunities.

👮‍♂️ A MODERN, OFFICER-FOCUSED POLICING PHILOSOPHY:

Supportive administration that trusts its officers.

Leadership that listens, mentors, and leads by example.

Community-based law enforcement.

Building relationships with residents and businesses.

Problem-solving over reaction-only policing.

Professional appearance standards.

Tattoos allowed.

Facial hair permitted.

Emphasis on accountability, wellness, and work-life balance.

🤝 COMMUNITY SUPPORT:

Wills Point is a community that supports its police officers. Our department works closely with citizens, businesses, and local partners to maintain a safe, welcoming environment through visibility, communication, and engagement.

📍 ABOUT WILLS POINT:

Located in Van Zandt County, Wills Point offers a small-town atmosphere with proactive policing, modern equipment, and leadership committed to officer success.

If you’re looking for a department where leadership stands behind you, the community knows you by name, and your work matters—Wills Point Police Department is the place to serve.

📩 Apply Today.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Wills Point Police Department Arrests Smokey the Elf.

Wills Point, TX — The Wills Point Police Department confirmed today the arrest of Smokey the Elf, following a multi-day investigation into a series of mischievous holiday-related offenses that disrupted seasonal order and tested officer patience.

Smokey was taken into custody without incident and is currently being held at the Wills Point Police Department, where officials report he is wearing an orange jumpsuit that is decidedly out of uniform for the holiday season.

Charges under review include, but are not limited to:
• Unauthorized shelf occupation.
• Disorderly elf conduct.
• Tampering with holiday decorations.

Evidence collected included glitter residue, miniature marshmallows, and a handwritten note stating ‘Worth it.’
Body-worn camera footage confirms the suspect remained cheerful and uncooperative in equal measure.

Smokey the Elf is scheduled to appear before Santa’s Internal Affairs Division.
Until further notice, he remains in the custody of the Police Department due to severe flight risk.

Message from the Department:

This arrest sends a clear message,said Police Chief Aaron Long:
“Holiday spirit does not place anyone above the law — not even elves with good intentions and bad judgment.”

Thank you Country Scratch for y’all’s assistance in the investigation of Smokey the Elf.