Dallas Police Dept

Police Officer Ronald D. Baker, #4264 – End of Watch: May 2, 1983 Officer Ronald Baker was shot and killed with his own weapon after being overpowered by two suspects. He was on patrol in southeast Dallas when he confronted two suspects in a parking lot in the 7600 block of Daingerfield Drive. After shooting him, they ran over him twice with their van. Officer Baker had served with the Dallas Police Department for four years. He was survived by his expectant wife and young daughter.

Police Officer Carl Jackson Cooke, III,  #3024 – End of Watch: May 2, 1972 Officer Carl Cooke was shot and killed after responding to a robbery call at a grocery store in the 900 block of South Denley Drive. As the subject fled, he shot Officer Cooke three times. He was able to return to his patrol car, where he collapsed. He was transported to Methodist Hospital, where he died from his wounds a short time later. The subject was arrested after other officers followed a blood trail to his home. He was subsequently sentenced to life in prison. Officer Cooke had served with the Dallas Police Department for one year. He was survived by his wife and two daughters.

Our public safety mission includes protecting Dallas from being used as a drug transportation hub, and the Narcotics Unit maintains a presence at Dallas Love Field to detect and intervene when illegal drugs are moving through the airport. On Thursday, April 30, officers were alerted by an airline partner that a suitcase onboard a flight from Las Vegas into Love Field had broken open and revealed a large amount of marijuana hidden inside. Narcotics detectives responded and their investigation uncovered two additional suitcases carrying marijuana packaged into vacuum sealed pouches, totaling 75 pounds of the illegal drug. Detectives identified the passenger, 25-year-old Jennifer Manzanares-Herrera, and took her into custody before she could leave the airport. She is charged with Possession of Marijuana between 50 and 2,000 pounds, a second-degree felony. This investigation is documented under case number 061620-2026.

We recently hosted several officers from Monterrey, Mexico, a sister city to Dallas and a fellow host city for the FIFA World Cup. Our officers introduced them to multiple units where they learned about our proactive, intelligence-led policing efforts, and took some new ideas back home. We are grateful to have developed such a strong relationship with our international counterparts! @PoliciaDeMtyOf @seguridadmtymx @mtygob

Today, Chief Comeaux joined US Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Ryan Raybould and multiple law enforcement partners at the local and federal level to announce “Operation Red Card,” an enforcement initiative by the US Attorney to target violent offenders, especially those who use a gun in the commission of a crime, and ensure they are brought to justice. Crime is not limited to one city or jurisdiction, and this multi-city effort will result in a safer DFW metroplex.

***Update*** Mrs. James has been safely located.

The Dallas Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Brenda Moore James. On April 29, 2026, at approximately 4 p.m., Mrs. James was last seen walking in the 900 block of Sunset Avenue. Mrs. James may be in need of assistance. She is described as a 72-year-old Black woman, with brown eyes and gray/black hair, 5’1 feet tall, and weighing 140 pounds.  Persons with information are asked to contact the Police Department by calling 9-1-1 or (214) 671-4268. Please reference case number 061044-2026.

Today at the Southeast Patrol Division, officers on every watch were treated to a cookout, courtesy of the Southeast supervisors and Sam’s Club.

Come and join our Public Safety Repsonse Symposium! Learn and ask about how 9-11 calls are handled by our professional staff. ⛑️🚒🚓🚨 bit.ly/PSRsymposium

Stay weather aware, Dallas!

Partnerships are critical for success. We work with agencies like the Diplomatic Security Service to protect international guests and dignitaries. Today’s meeting w/ DSS Director Nicholas Collura reflects our commitment for collaboration & coordination during high profile events.

Early this morning, Recruit Class #407 hit the streets for their camaraderie run, one of the final workouts together as a class. Starting at Police Headquarters, the recruits head into downtown, and passing the Police Memorial and City Hall before returning to Headquarters. This new tradition unites the recruits with senior officers and members of the command staff as they approach the last step of their academy process: graduation. Want to be part of an upcoming camaraderie run? Apply today at dallaspolice.net/joindpd.

On yesterday, Chief Comeaux had the privilege of delivering the opening prayer and words of encouragement at the Dallas Christian Leadership Prayer Breakfast.

Let's congratulate the Dallas Police Department SWAT Team on being named the 2025 SWAT Team of the Year Award by the Texas Tactical Police Officers Association.

Thank you to Chris Sanchez and his entire team at CS Fabrication, the Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and Blake Smith with Stellar Coatings who donated the materials and service free of charge.

Being your police chief of Dallas is an honor. As I wrapped up my first year, I want everyone to feel welcome by our department, more so to come and take a picture in front of headquarters.

Our front porch at the Jack Evans Police Headquarters building is more welcoming with our new I 💙 DPD art piece, generously donated by Chris Sanchez of CS Fabrication and Amanda Moreno Lake with the Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce! Designed by Allen Duck, Josephine Reyes, Sonia Sanchez and Priscille Hernandez, this sculpture incorporates the famous Reunion Tower Ball with a message of friendship and collaboration between your dedicated police department and the community we serve. Special thanks as well to Blake Smith at Stellar Coatings for graciously providing the materials and services free of charge. The next time you’re in the neighborhood, stop by our Headquarters and snap a photo! #ILoveDPD

Police Officer Rogelio Santander, Jr., #10934 – End of Watch: April 25, 2018 Officer Rogelio Santander succumbed to a gunshot wound sustained the previous day while he and two other officers attempted to arrest a shoplifting suspect at a Home Depot store at 11682 Forest Central Drive. An off-duty officer working at the store and the store's loss prevention officer had detained a subject who attempted to shoplift. It was determined the man had an outstanding felony warrant, and additional units were requested. Officer Santander and another officer arrived at the store and remained with the subject in the loss prevention office as the off-duty officer confirmed the warrant. As Officer Santander and the other officer attempted to place the man in custody, he drew a handgun from his pocket and shot both officers and the loss prevention officer, critically wounding all three. The man fled the scene but was located later in the day following a vehicle pursuit. Both wounded police officers and the loss prevention officer were transported to a local hospital where Officer Santander succumbed to his wounds the following morning. Officer Santander had served with the Dallas Police Department for three years. He is survived by his father, mother, brother, grandfather, and girlfriend.

Police Officer Henry Alan Brown, #6357 – End of Watch: April 25, 1997 Officer Henry Brown was killed after being struck by a vehicle as he was assisting a disabled motorist on Interstate 20. Brown stopped to assist the motorist in torrential rainfall and was between his cruiser and her car when his cruiser was rear-ended, pinning him and the motorist in between the two vehicles. He died later at the hospital. The motorist survived with minor injuries. Officer Brown was a Texas Army National Guard veteran and served six years with the Dallas Police Department and received 35 commendations. He is survived by his wife and 7-year-old son.