Temple Terrace PD

Spring Break is here! Whether you’re traveling, relaxing at home, or spending time with friends, the Temple Terrace Police Department wishes everyone a safe and fun week. Remember to stay aware of your surroundings, plan safe rides, and look out for one another.

TTPD was in attendance at the first 20-Year Vision community event, providing information about the Public Safety Complex and GO Bond referendum. Learn more 🔗 bit.ly/GOBOND2026

A great time was had at Touch-A-Truck and Temple Terrace Reads! Our officers always enjoy showing off our vehicles and equipment while teaching kids about public safety. Thank you to everyone who came out to learn, explore, and spend the day with us! #templeterrace #PD

#CrossingGuardAppreciationDay Last week, we celebrated the familiar faces who help keep our students safe every day and greet our community with a smile. Thank you to Mr. Anthony Brown, Mrs. Robin Jacobsen, and Mrs. Cindy Davis for their service to Temple Terrace! 💛🚸

Congrats to Sgt. Mehalopoulos (center left) on graduating from the Tampa Bay Area Chiefs of Police Leadership Academy. Well deserved! 👏

Thank you to everyone who stopped by for Coffee with a Cop at the Omar K. Lightfoot Center. We appreciated the opportunity to connect, answer questions, and have meaningful conversations with members of our community. Stay tuned for the next Coffee with a Cop date! ☕

What’s the run down? Drop in anytime between 11am–5pm, meet officers from all units, check out vehicles and equipment, and take a guided tour of our police station. Saturday, January 24, 2026 Temple Terrace City Hall 11350 N 56th St See you there! 🚔

TOMORROW, teens and families are invited to learn more about the Temple Terrace Police Explorers Program at a recruitment event designed like an open house. Saturday, January 17 10:30am-12:30pm Temple Terrace Family Recreation Complex 6610 Whiteway Dr 🚔

Start your day with Coffee with a Cop! Join us for the first Coffee with a Cop event of the year on January 21, from 8–9:30am at the Omar K. Lightfoot Center (10901 N. 56th St.). Stop by, enjoy a cup of coffee, and connect with your local officers. ☕

Today is #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay. We take a moment to recognize the officers and professional staff of the Temple Terrace Police Department. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve our community each day!

The holidays should be joyful — not dangerous. The Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign, runs between Dec. 12–Jan. 1. TTPD will join agencies nationwide in increasing DUI enforcement. Choose a sober ride every time. 🚔

Pastor Luke Knickerbocker with the Fowler Baptist Church surprised us this morning with sweet treats for Christmas. The support that the Temple Terrace Police Department receives from our community is unrivaled. Thank you, Fowler Baptist Church, for your thoughtfulness!

In honor of their mother, Mozelle Clark, a longtime Temple Terrace resident, the Clark sisters donated toys to help children in need this Christmas. Thank you to the Clark family for their generosity. 🎁

We’re hiring 911 Dispatchers! If you’re dependable, quick-thinking, and passionate about helping others, we’d love to hear from you. Click the link in our bio for details and to apply. 🔗 bit.ly/TempleTerraceD…

Thank you to everyone who came out on Saturday night for the Golf Cart Parade and waved hello as we passed by! Until next year, Temple Terrace! 🚓✨

Catch the Temple Terrace Police Department out and about tomorrow, Dec. 6! We’ll be rolling in the Golf Cart Parade, which starts at 6pm at the Family Recreation Complex and ends at Woodmont Park (407 Woodmont Ave) 🎄✨

The Temple Terrace community will gather on Thursday, December 4 at 7pm for a candlelight vigil honoring those affected by impaired driving crashes. This year’s vigil will take place at Mission Hills Church (10002 N 56th St, Temple Terrace).

In partnership with New Direction Ministry, TTPD is collecting unwrapped toys and gift cards for Potter’s House this holiday season. Donations can be dropped off at City Hall in the Utility Billing office on the first floor. Thank you for supporting local families! 🎁

From all of us at the Temple Terrace Police Department — Happy Thanksgiving! We’re thankful for our community and the trust you place in us every day. Have a safe and wonderful holiday! 🦃

If you’re interested in joining the Temple Terrace Police Explorers, we’d love to hear from you! Call: (813) 506-6486 Email: Explorerpost260@templeterrace.gov Join us and be part of something great! 👮‍♀️⭐️