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Chief Juan Gonzalez of the Pharr Police Department announced a reduction in the city’s crime rates based on the Uniform Crime Reporting system. Gonzalez recently presented statistics outlining the positive trend in crime reduction. Key statistics are: 2020 Crime Rate: 19.6 percent 2021 Crime Rate: 18.9 percent 2022 Crime Rate: 17.9 percent Gonzalez emphasized the department’s consistent success in steadily decreasing the crime rate by approximately one percent annually over…

Pharr Police Department Hiring Police Officers

August 12, 2023

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The Pharr Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of police officer. The deadline to apply is Aug. 18 at noon. As a member of the department, officers have the chance to explore and excel in various specialized units, including the Mental Health Unit, K-9 Unit, Motorcycle Division, Mounted Patrol, Criminal Investigation Division and more. “Pharr PD is dedicated to providing a supportive and dynamic work environment,” Chief…

Pharr Police Collaborates On Operation Slow Down

July 14, 2023

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The City of Pharr Police Department, in partnership with the Texas Department of Transportation, is conducting Operation Slow Down from July 14 through July 30. The primary objective of this initiative is to enhance the enforcement of traffic safety-related laws, ultimately reducing the number of fatal and serious injury crashes. Operation Slow Down will involve increased enforcement efforts and public education campaigns to promote safer roadways. These efforts will emphasize…

Pharr Appoints Juan F. Gonzalez as Chief of Police

June 14, 2023

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The City of Pharr recently appointed Juan F. Gonzalez as chief of police for the Pharr Police Department. Since Sept. 2022, Gonzalez has served as the acting chief of police. Gonzalez has served the Pharr Police Department for over 16 years starting as a patrol officer in 2007. Since then, Gonzalez has worked in the Criminal Investigations Division, SWAT team, the South Texas Auto Theft Task Force, and has served as…

Pharr Police Department Increases Patrols

December 17, 2022

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As the holiday season continues, the Pharr Police Department wants to remind the public to take extra precautions behind the wheel. Increased patrols are now in effect through Jan. 1, 2023. Pharr Police officers will be on the lookout for speeding violations, traffic safety laws, seatbelts, drunk drivers and other violations. The Pharr Police Department encourages the public to find safe ways home, including designating a sober driver. According to…

Pharr PD Mental Health Unit Receives Organization of the Year

May 4, 2022

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The Pharr Police Department’s Mental Health Unit was awarded “Organization of the Year” by the Texas Crisis Intervention Team Association at its annual conference this past weekend. Pharr’s Mental Health Unit provides specialized police responses to individuals with mental illness or who are experiencing a mental health crisis. “We are seeing the positive impact that the Mental Health Unit is directly having in our community, and to be recognized by…

Pharr Selects Andy Harvey as Chief of Police

July 14, 2020

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Andrew “Andy” Harvey Jr. is the City of Pharr’s new chief of police. Harvey was appointed by interim City Manager Ed Wylie and then confirmed by the Pharr City Commission. He was sworn into office at a Pharr City Commission meeting by Hidalgo County District Attorney Ricardo Rodriguez. “Having the opportunity to return to the Valley in a fast-growing, dynamic city and region is incredible,” said Harvey. “I look forward…

Pharr Hosts First Responders Festival

September 27, 2019

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To honor and celebrate the lives and dedication of first responders, the City of Pharr is hosting the inaugural First Responders Festival Sept. 28. Families may attend this free event from 6-11 p.m. in Downtown Pharr (118 S. Cage Blvd.) to learn more about first responders, safety tips and life-saving resources. “Our first responders are crucial to saving lives and are always the first to arrive on the scene during an…