Burnet police chief warns community of newest phone scam
The Burnet Police Department has once again warned residents of an ongoing phone scam involving…
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New Burnet Police Chief sworn in
The city of Burnet gathered for the swearing in of new Police Chief Tony Hefferin…
Big send off for retiring Burnet police chief
The city of Burnet bid farewell to long-time law enforcement agent, and chief of police,…
Burnet approves funds for new K-9 officer; old dog detective retires
The Burnet Police Department is preparing to add a new K-9 unit to their ranks…
Burnet gets a new lawman
After months of searching, Burnet has hired a new police chief. The city announced on…
Burnet police chief retiring in December
Burnet Police Chief Brian Lee is retiring in December, the city announced May 30. Lee…
Burnet investigator honored for impact with Wallace Riddell award
Burnet Police Department Investigator Joshua Day was recognized for outstanding service to the community with…
Burnet officers attend UK Police Memorial Day ceremony
The Burnet Police Department recently sent two of its officers, sergeants Lance Besancon and Gary…
BPD transitions to new duty gun to replace problematic firearm
The Burnet Police Department is changing its officers’ duty guns to address safety concerns surrounding…
Burnet introduces new crime-fighting tools
Burnet city and county law enforcement are keeping pace with a growing community by implementing…
Marble Falls, Burnet police partner on phone-cracking technology
The Marble Falls and Burnet police departments are splitting the cost and use of new…
BPD trains for active shooters
The Burnet Police Department recently completed Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training to prepare officers…
BPD reminds golf course residents about cart laws
Underage and unlicensed drivers cannot legally operate golf carts on public roads, the Burnet Police…
Officer Raya settles in at BPD
The Burnet Police Department has a new officer: 14-month-old German shorthair pointer Raya from Bulgaria. …
Burnet police unveil pink and purple patrol car for two causes
A new pink and purple patrol car supporting people fighting breast cancer and victims of…
Burnet’s K-9 Kuso retires to the couch
K-9 Kuso has retired from collaring criminals after six years with the Burnet Police Department….
Burnet police unveil child abuse awareness-themed patrol vehicle
Community leaders gathered at the Hill Country Children’s Advocacy Center on Monday, March 20, for…
Burnet police unveiling vehicle spotlighting child abuse prevention
The Burnet Police Department is holding an unveiling ceremony for a new patrol vehicle dedicated…
Ex-Burnet officer faces retrial in 2019 death
Former Burnet Police Officer Russell Butler will be arraigned Thursday, Dec. 15, on a manslaughter…
Bulldog tailgate party connects police with community
The Burnet Police Department is hosting a tailgate party at First Baptist Church of Burnet…
National Night Out events across Burnet County
National Night Out events will be held across the Highland Lakes on Tuesday, Oct. 4….
Burnet police and fire in Battle of the Badges blood drive
A Battle of the Badges blood drive is Aug. 27 from 10 a.m. to 4…
Kevin Fowler headlining Project 316 fundraiser Oct. 1
Project 316 recently announced country artist Kevin Fowler as the headlining performer for the organization’s…
Burnet council equips police for active shooter situations
The Burnet City Council unanimously agreed to spend $25,000 on equipment designed to counteract active…