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Jun 12
Due to an accident in the area of E. Division St. and N Great Southwest Pkwy, all EB lanes are currently closed.
Seek alternate routes while first responders work the scene.
The closure is expected to remain in place until further notice.
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Arlington PD has made an arrest in connection to the murder of Malachi Hayes, who was shot outside a convenience store along E Abram St back in March.
You can read our full news release here: arlingtontx.gov/News-Article…
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May 14
TRAFFIC ALERT🚨
All northbound lanes of US 287 near the Sublett exit are currently closed due to an accident.
Traffic is being diverted onto the Sublett exit. Seek alternate routes if possible.
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May 14
All lanes of traffic are now open. Thank you for your patience.
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May 12
All northbound lanes of traffic on SH 360 at Lamar are currently shut down due to a major accident.
Seek alternate routes if possible.
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Congrats to our new Lieutenants and Sergeants! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 #ArlingtonTX
Today, I had the great pleasure of promoting these six servant leaders. Please join me in congratulating:
Lt. Cisneros
Lt. Nguyen
Sgt. Bishop
Sgt. Callahan
Sgt. Alderete
Sgt. Gray
I'm confident they will continue to serve Arlington with dignity and honor!
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TRAFFIC ALERT: A train experiencing mechanical issues is stopped on the tracks near Downtown Arlington, blocking multiple crossings through the area.
Drivers needing to travel north / south should use Highway 360, Stadium Dr, Collins St, or Fielder Road.
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The railroad company is currently working to resolve the issue. We do not yet have an ETA for when the issue will be resolved and the crossings will be clear.
Expect traffic delays as you approach Abram / Division.
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UPDATE: The issue has been resolved, the train has moved, and all impacted crossings are reopened to traffic.
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Apr 30
🚨 Traffic Alert 🚨
Officers are currently working a major accident on US 287 northbound at Little Road.
All NB lanes are currently shut down. Traffic is being diverted to the Turner Warnell exit.
Expect significant delays. Use alternate routes
Drive safely and stay alert.
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Apr 27
Arlington PD has made an arrest in connection to the March 2026 shooting death of Karri Viswanath.
28-year-old Xavier Jones has been charged with one count of Murder.
You can read our full news release by clicking on the following link: arlingtontx.gov/News-Article…
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Arlington, TX Police retweeted
This week, I presented the 2025 @ArlingtonPD Annual Report to City Council. You can read it by clicking on the link below.
I'm proud to say we have made meaningful progress in enhancing the safety and well-being of our community.
arlingtontx.gov/News-Article…
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Apr 16
NEWS RELEASE: Arlington PD has arrested two teens in connection to a March 2026 crash that resulted in the death of 53-year-old Tanya Cypert.
See our full news release here: arlingtontx.gov/News-Article…
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Since we've received a few questions, we want to share details about police activity at the Parks Mall this afternoon.
We were notified that an unattended backpack was found near a parking garage. First responders investigated and determined there was nothing hazardous inside.
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A shopper had left the backpack there and returned a short time later to claim it. No criminal offense occurred.
Mall operations were not impacted. The scene is all clear and everything is back to normal.
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Arlington, TX Police retweeted
Most days, I would be concerned if I found out cars were going 200 mph through the Entertainment District. But this weekend, it’s all good. 😉
Taking in the first ever Java House Grand Prix of Arlington. Thank you to all the @ArlingtonPD employees keeping everyone safe!
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Traffic Alert 🚨
APD is currently working a major accident involving two vehicles at Cooper St. and Eden Rd.
Northbound Cooper at Eden is shut down while officers investigate and crews work to clear the scene.
Please avoid the area and seek alternate routes if possible.
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TRAFFIC ALERT
Power lines are down at Cooper St. and Bardin Rd. after an 18-wheeler pulled the lines down.
Officers currently have the following roads closed:
• Northbound Cooper St.
• Southbound Cooper St.
• Eastbound Bardin Rd. at Cooper
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Please avoid the area and use alternate routes while crews work to clear the scene.
Updates will be provided when the roadway reopens.
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