SHERIFF’S W i t h
S h e r i f f
T r a c y
the COVID-19 VIRUS and our officers
T
he Denton County Sheriff’s Office is working closely with The Denton County Commissioner’s Court, County Judge Andy Eads, and the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness Plan Team regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Effective immediately, Denton County Sheriff’s Office patrol officers will be responding by phone for non-emergency situations that can be resolved over the phone.
If there is an emergency matter that requires a law enforcement, fire, or
medical response, do not hesitate to call
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9-1-1. In the event of a non-emergency
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Denton County Sheriff’s Office non-
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ext. 9. The communications center will
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matter, a citizen is requested to call the emergency number at 940.349.1600
gather pertinent information related to the
call and will ask if anyone in the household is exhibiting symptoms of the COVID-19 virus. The determination will then be
made on the proper response. Deputies will continue to respond to in progress emergency situations included but not limited to the following: • •
Assaults
Domestic Disturbances
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In progress thefts, burglaries
and robberies, or situations that just occurred
Major accidents with road blockage or injuries
M u r p h r e e We are
HIRING
If you are interested in a career in Law Enforcement, join our family and be a part of a great organization. Detention Officer I positions start at $38,752.00 per year. Visit our website to apply. www.governmentjobs.com/ careers/dentoncounty
Missing persons
Fights in progress
Injury to child/elderly/disabled Welfare concerns
In progress calls that have a potential of risk to life or safety
Social Distancing is strongly
recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to prevent
the spread of this virus. This new protocol will limit the risk of exposure by not
coming into direct contact with residents or entering residents homes, unless
absolutely necessary. Deputies will try to maintain a “social distance” of approximately six feet with people they are interacting with. Our goal is to proactively protect both our residents and our officers from potentially exposing each other. Deputies will wear protective gear (mask and gloves) when approaching an unknown scene or a potential exposure situation.
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