DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division (AOD) recently became the first law enforcement agency in the country to deploy the cutting-edge Airborne Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems (ACUS) technology. NBC DFW’s Shannon Miller visited with AOD Assistant Chief Marcus Tomerlin to hear firsthand how this new technology is being leveraged to detect and respond to drones that may pose a potential threat to public safety and emergency operations, including at large-scale events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Wa
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DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division (AOD) recently became the first law enforcement agency in the country to deploy the cutting-edge Airborne Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Texas Department of Public Safety. . DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division (AOD) recently became the first law enforcement agency in the country to deploy the cutting-edge Airborne Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems (ACUS) technology. NBC DFW’s Shannon Miller visited with AOD Assistant Chief Marcus Tomerlin to hear firsthand how this new ...
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A new look for Texas driver licenses (DL) comes in at No. 5 this year — with DPS now issuing DLs and IDs with enhanced security features to further protect Texans’ identities. #12DaysOfDPS #TexasDPS #LawEnforcement #ProtectAndServe #DriverLicense | Texas Department of Public Safety
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A new look for Texas driver licenses (DL) comes in at No. 5 this year — with DPS now issuing DLs and IDs with enhanced security features to further protect Texans’ identities. #12DaysOfDPS #TexasDPS #LawEnforcement #ProtectAndServe #DriverLicense | Texas Department of Public Safety
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Aerial Support in Action 6/4/25: TxDPS Aircraft Operations Division provided critical aerial support to ground units, including the Texas Rangers Special Operations Group and State Troopers, during a smuggling interdiction in El Paso County. A pickup truck loaded with illegal immigrants was stopped, and multiple individuals bailed out, attempting to flee on foot. With real-time aerial tracking, the driver was located and arrested by Troopers. A total of seven apprehensions were made, and all wer
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Aerial Support in Action 6/4/25: TxDPS Aircraft Operations Division provided critical aerial support to ground units, including the Texas Rangers Special Operations Group and State Troopers, during a smuggling interdiction in El Paso County. A pickup truck loaded with illegal immigrants was stopped, and multiple individuals bailed out, attempting to flee on foot. With real-time aerial tracking, the driver was located and arrested by Troopers. A total of seven apprehensions were made, and all wer
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Every day, DPS Aircraft provide a vital resource for law enforcement — both to DPS Troopers and local partners — as they provide eyes in the sky for officers on the ground. Check out this video for a firsthand look at our aircraft team as they assisted the Farmers Branch PD and Texas Rangers with locating and apprehending a capital murder suspect earlier this summer. #ProtectAndServe #Aircraft #LawEnforcement | Texas Department of Public Safety
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Every day, DPS Aircraft provide a vital resource for law enforcement — both to DPS Troopers and local partners — as they provide eyes in the sky for officers on the ground. Check out this video for a firsthand look at our aircraft team as they assisted the Farmers Branch PD and Texas Rangers with locating and apprehending a capital murder suspect earlier this summer. #ProtectAndServe #Aircraft #LawEnforcement | Texas Department of Public Safety
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DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division is one of the largest airborne law enforcement units in the country ― and as such, our team works hard every day to ensure public safety. That includes leveraging technology to locate and apprehend fugitives. Check out today’s video for a look at our aircraft team working with the Garland Police Department to locate a subject who was later charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. #LawEnforcement #ProtectAndServe #Aircraft | Texas Department of Publi
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DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division is one of the largest airborne law enforcement units in the country ― and as such, our team works hard every day to ensure public safety. That includes leveraging technology to locate and apprehend fugitives. Check out today’s video for a look at our aircraft team working with the Garland Police Department to locate a subject who was later charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. #LawEnforcement #ProtectAndServe #Aircraft | Texas Department of Publi
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Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Troopers arrested a confirmed Gulf Cartel member in Starr Co. this week as part of a joint operation under Operation Lone Star with the United States Border Patrol. On Tuesday, Troopers attempted to stop a vehicle for a traffic violation in Rio Grande City. The driver refused to stop, and a high-speed vehicle pursuit began. Eventually, the driver and three passengers exited the vehicle and took off into a nearby residence. Troopers located the 24-year-old
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Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Troopers arrested a confirmed Gulf Cartel member in Starr Co. this week as part of a joint operation under Operation Lone Star with the United States Border Patrol. On Tuesday, Troopers attempted to stop a vehicle for a traffic violation in Rio Grande City. The driver refused to stop, and a high-speed vehicle pursuit began. Eventually, the driver and three passengers exited the vehicle and took off into a nearby residence. Troopers located the 24-year-old
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Houston-based crime ring stole $300k from Target stores, DPS says
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Aerial Support in Action 6/4/25: TxDPS Aircraft Operations Division provided critical aerial support to ground units, including the Texas Rangers Special Operations Group and State Troopers, during a smuggling interdiction in El Paso County. A pickup truck loaded with illegal immigrants was stopped, and multiple individuals bailed out, attempting to flee on foot. With real-time aerial tracking, the driver was located and arrested by Troopers. A total of seven apprehensions were made, and all wer
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Aerial Support in Action 6/4/25: TxDPS Aircraft Operations Division provided critical aerial support to ground units, including the Texas Rangers Special Operations Group and State Troopers, during a smuggling interdiction in El Paso County. A pickup truck loaded with illegal immigrants was stopped, and multiple individuals bailed out, attempting to flee on foot. With real-time aerial tracking, the driver was located and arrested by Troopers. A total of seven apprehensions were made, and all wer
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Every day, DPS Aircraft provide a vital resource for law enforcement — both to DPS Troopers and local partners — as they provide eyes in the sky for officers on the ground. Check out this video for a firsthand look at our aircraft team as they assisted the Farmers Branch PD and Texas Rangers with locating and apprehending a capital murder suspect earlier this summer. #ProtectAndServe #Aircraft #LawEnforcement | Texas Department of Public Safety
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Every day, DPS Aircraft provide a vital resource for law enforcement — both to DPS Troopers and local partners — as they provide eyes in the sky for officers on the ground. Check out this video for a firsthand look at our aircraft team as they assisted the Farmers Branch PD and Texas Rangers with locating and apprehending a capital murder suspect earlier this summer. #ProtectAndServe #Aircraft #LawEnforcement | Texas Department of Public Safety
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DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division is one of the largest airborne law enforcement units in the country ― and as such, our team works hard every day to ensure public safety. That includes leveraging technology to locate and apprehend fugitives. Check out today’s video for a look at our aircraft team working with the Garland Police Department to locate a subject who was later charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. #LawEnforcement #ProtectAndServe #Aircraft | Texas Department of Publi
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DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division is one of the largest airborne law enforcement units in the country ― and as such, our team works hard every day to ensure public safety. That includes leveraging technology to locate and apprehend fugitives. Check out today’s video for a look at our aircraft team working with the Garland Police Department to locate a subject who was later charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. #LawEnforcement #ProtectAndServe #Aircraft | Texas Department of Publi
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Watch as DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division provides eyes in the sky for our Special Operations Group and local law enforcement partners as they track down a fugitive wanted for shooting a Jacksonville Police Officer and K-9 earlier this week. This scene marked the end of an intense, multi-agency, multi-day manhunt with the suspect, Bobby Michael Dennis, back in custody. | Texas Department of Public Safety
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Watch as DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division provides eyes in the sky for our Special Operations Group and local law enforcement partners as they track down a fugitive wanted for shooting a Jacksonville Police Officer and K-9 earlier this week. This scene marked the end of an intense, multi-agency, multi-day manhunt with the suspect, Bobby Michael Dennis, back in custody. | Texas Department of Public Safety
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Texas DPS shared this video on July 12 showing first responders rushing into action in Kerr County. This is one of the rescues performed by DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division. | 12NewsNow
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Texas DPS shared this video on July 12 showing first responders rushing into action in Kerr County. This is one of the rescues performed by DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division. | 12NewsNow
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From search and rescue operations to bolstering border security, DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division (AOD) goes where others cannot — often navigating rough, remote terrain as they work to protect and serve Texas. As one of the largest airborne law enforcement units in the country, AOD stands ready to answer the call whenever it comes. #EyesInTheSky #Aircraft #Airborne #LawEnforcement | Texas Department of Public Safety
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From search and rescue operations to bolstering border security, DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division (AOD) goes where others cannot — often navigating rough, remote terrain as they work to protect and serve Texas. As one of the largest airborne law enforcement units in the country, AOD stands ready to answer the call whenever it comes. #EyesInTheSky #Aircraft #Airborne #LawEnforcement | Texas Department of Public Safety
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DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division (AOD) plays a critical role in public safety — from apprehending fugitives to aiding in rescue operations. Earlier this week, AOD personnel conducted a helicopter hoist rescue demonstration in Austin, as part of a two-day aircraft public safety training. Check out today’s video for a firsthand look at a helicopter hoist rescue, which can be utilized in situations where ground-based rescues may be too dangerous. You can also read more about this week’s training a
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DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division (AOD) plays a critical role in public safety — from apprehending fugitives to aiding in rescue operations. Earlier this week, AOD personnel conducted a helicopter hoist rescue demonstration in Austin, as part of a two-day aircraft public safety training. Check out today’s video for a firsthand look at a helicopter hoist rescue, which can be utilized in situations where ground-based rescues may be too dangerous. You can also read more about this week’s training a
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🏛️‼️DPS AIR SUPPORT STOPS ATV SMUGGLER IN WEST TEXAS‼️🏛️ WEST TEXAS – On May 21, 2025, DPS aircraft assisted federal authorities in tracking a Can-Am ATV smuggler near Santa Teresa. The suspect had smuggled three illegal immigrants and abandoned them in the desert in an attempt to evade capture. However, with the help of DPS aerial surveillance and coordination with Las Cruces Border Patrol, the smuggler was located after running out of gas and was taken into custody. 🎥 : TXDPS | Citizen Capi
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Yesterday, DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division (AOD) deployed aircrew to Palo Duro Canyon State Park to assist with rescuing a stranded hiker. The stranded hiker was suffering from severe heat exhaustion, dehydration, nausea, shortness of breath and possibly a sprained ankle. With temperatures above 100 degrees in the canyon, our team successfully hoisted the hiker to safety, where EMS personnel were waiting to provide additional care. See the rescue firsthand in today’s video. #AircraftOperations
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ICYMI: Last week, DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division (AOD) hosted a two-day training event during which our team demonstrated a helicopter hoist rescue — a challenging maneuver that is often used when a ground-based rescue isn’t possible. Hear from AOD Chief Stacy Holland as he shares with KXAN News about the importance of practicing these skills to be ready when the call comes. Read more about AOD and their recent training at https://bit.ly/4lK0gB9. 🎥: KXAN News | Texas Department of Public Saf
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Chris Olivarez @LtChrisOlivarez Final Video Involving Texas DPS Aircraft Operations in West Texas 5/20/25: @TxDPS aircraft assisted ground units in El Paso County as the Texas Rangers Special Operations Group boxed in a Ford Mustang involved in human smuggling. The vehicle was stopped, the driver arrested, and 8 illegal immigrants were removed from inside. The driver and all 8 individuals were turned over to U.S. Border Patrol for federal prosecution. This operation—part of Operation Lone Star—s
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Watch as DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division assists Texas Parks and Wildlife with a rescue involving an individual who was found disoriented and dehydrated in San Saba County. Our aircrew quickly took action to successfully conduct a hoist rescue and then safely transported the subject by air to receive medical care. Rescues like this show firsthand the work of our expert aircraft team — a team that stands ready to answer any call to protect and serve Texas. #EyesInTheSky #TexasDPS #AircraftOpera
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DPS launches aircraft unit in San Angelo to boost public safety efforts
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Our Aircraft Operations Division is top notch and we train to be the best 💪 During this training exercise, DPS aircraft ✈️ is working on their lifesaving rescue skills to help prepare for the upcoming hurricane 🌀 season. During disaster related events, our aircraft crew enhances the search and rescue capability of our local, state and Federal 1st Responders to locate and 🛟 rescue victims. Our Aircraft Operations Division has been around since 1949 and has been a great asset to the Department.
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DPS Aircraft Operations Division has deployed its Bell 412 twin engine helicopter to assist the Texas A&M Forest Service with fighting the Hudson Fire near Bastrop State Park. Our team continues to perform water drops using the Bambi Bucket technique to assist with putting out this fire. | Texas Department of Public Safety
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Texas DPS Aerial Surveillance: Tracking Dangerous Pursuits Across South Texas
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DPS continues a strong enforcement regimen to combat the rise of human smuggling attempts. In collaboration with our DPS elite brush crew, DPS is now able to apprehend and arrest illegal immigrants who bail out from vehicle pursuits and flee onto private ranches. #OperationLoneStar See video below 👇🏼: | Texas Department of Public Safety - South Texas Region
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Small aircraft forced to land in field off Grand Parkway after engine trouble, Texas DPS says
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Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) personnel responded from across the state to assist local partners in the Texas Hill Country when flooding hit. This DPS Aircraft from Houston performed numerous rescues during the initial rescue and recovery effort. In this case, the Pilot, Crew Chief and Rescue Swimmer all worked together to conduct three rescues from trees between Hunt and Ingram – pulling two females and one male to safety, all while battling heavy rain and low visibility. #protectands
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The Texas Department of Public Safety Aircraft Operations Division and US Border Patrol in the Laredo Sector, worked collaboratively to track down criminal smugglers. While US Border Patrol Agents were on the ground, our DPS Aircraft utilized their onboard inferred camera to locate smugglers who smuggled illegal immigrants further into the United States. In both events, the smugglers attempted to avoid apprehension after allowing illegal immigrants to bail out into neighborhoods. US Border Patro
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TRAINING NEVER STOPS 🚁💪 Our Texas Department of Public Safety - Southeast Texas Region DPS Aircraft Division took to the skies for hoist rescue training. When disaster strikes there’s no room for error. That’s why our team dedicates countless hours to rigorous training exercises, mastering every detail of aerial rescue operations. Whether it’s flooding, natural disasters, or search and rescue missions in difficult terrain, Texans can count on our Aircraft Division to answer the call. Every tra
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DPS offers the best statewide specialized training to our Highway Patrol Troopers in order to implement during their everyday patrol duties. One of the trainings Troopers receive is how to deploy stop sticks in order to safely stop vehicles who are evading. A suspected human smuggler who evaded was safely stopped after a successful tire deflation deployment. Driver was arrested and #USBP took custody of the illegal immigrants. #OperationLoneStar #DPSAircraft See video below 👇🏼: | Texas Departm
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Texas DPS awarded semi-truck seized in drug bust to be used for law enforcement purposes
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The DPS Academy is grueling for Trooper Recruits — both physically and mentally. It’s about individual growth, teamwork and determination to be the best of the best. Next week, DPS will graduate 86 Recruits from Class A-2023, and we are excited to welcome them to the Texas Tan. #CourtesyServiceProtection | Texas Department of Public Safety
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Trooper Trainee Class A-2024 is halfway through their time at the DPS Academy! That means it’s time to check out their progress on rowing and physical conditioning. Check out this video for a look at their row evaluations and see firsthand how Class A-2024 performed. The DPS Academy is physically demanding on the Trooper Trainees, and we’re proud of the hard work Class A-2024 has put into their physical fitness and performance. Keep up the great work, Class A-2024! | Texas Department of Public S
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