Texas Department of Public Safety

Safely storing firearms helps protect our kids, prevents accidents and keeps guns out of the hands of criminals. Whether you keep a gun in your car, home or somewhere else, practicing safe gun storage can help keep your family safe. You can learn more about how to safely store your firearm — including downloading a safe gun storage checklist and tips for talking to others about gun safety — at SafeGunStorageTexas.com. #90DaysOfSafety #KeepingTexasFamiliesSafe #SafeGunStorage #KeepEmSafeTexas

📢 NOW HIRING: Unlock a Rewarding Career with Texas DPS 📢 DPS is currently looking for qualified applicants to join our teams in the Training Operations and Crime Records Divisions. If you're interested in an exciting career with excellent benefits, look no further than DPS. Check out our featured openings below, and #ApplyToday! POSITION: Crimes Against Person Training Specialist DIVISION: Training Operations LOCATION: Austin CLOSING DATE: 10/29/2025 APPLY ONLINE: https://bit.ly/48zqXod POSITION: CCH Quality Assurance Analyst DIVISION: Crime Records LOCATION: Austin CLOSING DATE: 10/30/2025 APPLY ONLINE: https://bit.ly/4ngUaI6 Interested in other opportunities? View more job openings at https://bit.ly/3hP3GnN and select Texas Department of Public Safety from the menu on the left. #Hiring #ApplyToday

DID YOU KNOW? Naloxone is a medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids like fentanyl. It can be lifesaving in an opioid emergency. The Texas Department of State Health Services offers an online map that makes it easy to find free over-the-counter naloxone near you. To find clinics, vending machine and other places offering naloxone in your community, visit: http://bit.ly/4j1R5Ka. #OnePillKills #FentanylPoisoningAwarenessMonth

Please join us as we recognize Trooper Ty Wilkerson for receiving a Lifesaving Award for his actions last May, when he responded to a head-on collision on the Dallas North Tollway. His quick, decisive actions that day helped save lives. Alongside another Trooper, Wilkerson worked to reach the individuals who were trapped inside the vehicles, and he ultimately helped pull one of the drivers from their vehicle, which had caught fire. Trooper Wilkerson acted without regard for his own safety to save lives that day, and we are proud to recognize his lifesaving actions. Read more about his heroic efforts at https://bit.ly/4nMyepx. #LifesavingAward #TexasDPS #ProtectAndServe

If you see something, DO something. Texans are encouraged to stay vigilant and report concerns ― including suspicious activities or behaviors that may indicate criminal, terroristic or school safety related threats ― to law enforcement using iWatchTexas. You can submit a report to iWatchTexas 24/7 using any of the following: 📱 the (FREE) iWatchTexas mobile app; 💻 the iwatchtx.org website; or ☎️ by calling 844-643-2251. [Please note: iWatchTexas is not designed to report emergencies. If a situation requires an emergency response, call 9-1-1.]

DPS has a duty to maintain a safe environment for demonstrators and the public, while protecting people and property. The agency believes in everyone’s right to free speech and assembly. Remember these safety tips if you’re attending demonstrations or large events: 🚘 Drive defensively. Expect heavy vehicle and pedestrian traffic. 📍 Plan ahead: Map out meeting points and reliable exit routes. 💧 Bring essential items like water and a portable phone charger. ✅ Follow directions from law enforcement. 👀 Stay aware of your surroundings, and if case of emergency, dial 9-1-1. DPS urges the public to be vigilant and speak up if they see or hear something that doesn’t seem right. Texans can report any suspicious activities or behaviors through the iWatchTexas mobile app, online at www.iwatchtx.org or by calling 1-844-643-2251.

Texas is currently facing ongoing wildfire danger across large portions of the state, along with the potential for severe weather in North and Northwest Texas over the weekend. DPS reminds Texans to stay weather aware and offers the following tips to keep your family safe: ◾Talk to your family and have an emergency plan in place. ◾Keep your go-kit with emergency supplies at the ready. ◾Monitor local weather forecasts. ◾Heed warnings and follow guidance from local officials. ◾In areas with high wildfire danger, limit activity that can cause a spark. ◾Know your evacuation route and have a backup in place. Find more tips to keep your family safe during severe weather events at TexasReady.gov. #90DaysOfSafety #KeepingTexasFamiliesSafe

Earlier this month, Trooper Jeremy Ellis was recognized with a Lifesaving Award by the Public Safety Commission for his actions in May 2025. Trooper Ellis responded to a major motor vehicle accident involving a wrong-way driver on the Dallas North Tollway who had collided head-on with another vehicle.   Upon arriving on scene, Trooper Ellis immediately began working to reach the occupants of the vehicles who were trapped. A small explosion erupted from one of the vehicles, and Trooper Ellis worked alongside his fellow Trooper to enter the burning vehicle and pull the driver to safety. Trooper Ellis worked under extreme conditions — under the threat of fire and toxic smoke — to save lives that day, and we are proud to recognize his decisive, lifesaving actions with this award.   Read more about Trooper Ellis, here: https://bit.ly/4nMyepx.   #LifesavingAward #TexasDPS #ProtectAndServe

How it started ➡️ how it’s going From completing the DPS Academy and earning his Texas Highway Patrol badge to making a difference by protecting and serving his community, Trooper Bradford is an example of how you can change the world as a DPS Trooper. Ready to see what possibilities DPS has to offer? Visit JoinDPS.com today to unlock your potential. #JoinDPS #TexasDPS #YourFutureStartsHere

Corporal Erick De Leon has shown exceptional dedication and skill in both criminal interdiction and emergency medical response — and he was recently recognized for his significant and professional efforts with a Director’s Citation. Corporal De Leon’s proactive patrol efforts have resulted in significant drug and weapon seizures, the apprehensive of a suspect wanted for homicide and more than 200 criminal arrests. He has also responded to several significant events where his response to emergency medical situations, including a drive-by shooting where he treated a 16-year-old male subject for multiple gunshot wounds, has helped save lives. Corporal De Leon is commended for his actions to protect and serve Texas communities. Read more about how he’s helped make Texas safer at https://bit.ly/4nMyepx. #DirectorsCitation #ProtectAndServe