Police Department Media Relations
The Public Information Specialist handles media relations for the City of Round Rock Police Department.
Melanie Forcier
Public Information Specialist
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Everyone, meet Tucker—our new favorite coworker!
He not only lifts spirits, but occasionally dresses as one.👻
Tucker joins us from Hearts 4 Heroes USA, an organization that places specially trained therapy dogs with first responder agencies.
He’s been settling in with us over the past few months, and we figured it was time for a proper introduction.😎
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A Good Samaritan’s call led to an aggravated kidnapping arrest after a woman asked for help at a Round Rock gas station.
On Saturday, October 24, 2026, at approximately 6:48 p.m., officers responded to the Refuel gas station at 705 E. Palm Valley Blvd. The caller reported that a visibly distressed woman inside a pickup truck had asked her to photograph the vehicle and call police.
When officers arrived, the woman told them her partner, 29-year-old Zachary Allen Johs-Gori of Pflugerville, had held her against her will for more than 24 hours while driving around the Central Texas area and repeatedly threatening to kill her.
Johs-Gori was arrested and booked into the Williamson County Jail on a charge of aggravated kidnapping, a first-degree felony. He remains in custody on a $250,000 bond.
To the Good Samaritan who took this woman’s request for help seriously and called police, thank you.
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The Round Rock Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest in connection with an assault that occurred in the Homestead at Old Settlers Park neighborhood.
On Saturday, October 10, 2026, at approximately 9:50 p.m., officers responded to a report of an assault near the intersection of Stone Manor Trail and Hyde Park Drive. Preliminary information indicates that a 17-year-old male was walking his dog when he was assaulted by an unknown individual. The victim and assailant were not known to each other, and the assault appears to have been unprovoked. However, investigators have no information at this time indicating an immediate threat to the public.
The person of interest was seen running in the area around the time of the incident and may have information that could assist investigators.
Description of Person of Interest:
• Male, possibly Hispanic
• Approximately 5’9” to 6’2” tall, with a slim build
• Short hair, possibly a buzz cut
• Light facial hair, possibly a goatee or beard
• Last seen wearing gray clothing and athletic shoes
Investigators are asking residents in the areas of Sheffield Way, Sawmill Crossing, Stone Manor Trail, and Hyde Park Drive, including the adjacent Legends Village neighborhood, to review any surveillance, doorbell camera, or dashcam footage recorded on October 10 between 9:40 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.
Anyone who recognizes the person of interest or has information or footage that may assist in the investigation is asked to contact Detective Dwayne Riley at 512-218-6619 or griley@roundrocktexas.gov.
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You never know what someone around you may be going through.
In recognition of Purple Thursday, we're standing with victims and survivors of domestic violence and reminding anyone experiencing abuse that help is available and they don't have to face it alone.
Victim Assistance Resources:
• Hope Alliance: 1-800-460-7233
• The SAFE Alliance: 512-267-7233
• Texas Advocacy Project: 800-374-HOPE
• National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233
• Love is Respect: 866-331-9474
• Round Rock Victim Assistance: 512-218-5500 (opt. 5)
Everyone deserves to feel safe, especially in the place they call home.💜
#PurpleThursday #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth #YouAreNotAlone #RoundRock
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UPDATE, 8:19 a.m.: All lanes are now open
Officers are responding to an accident at the 200 block of FM 1431 impacting East Bound Traffic at IH 35 Traffic is being diverted to South Bound Frontage road at this time.
The Round Rock Police Department is investigating a death in the parking lot at Memorial Park. Preliminary information indicates an apparent suicide. Please avoid the area while officers conduct their investigation.
If you or someone you know is struggling or in need of support,
Twenty-five years later, the climb still carries the weight of that morning.
Today, we participated in the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb in memory of those we lost, in honor of those who answered the call and in recognition of every life forever changed.
We will never forget.
Looks like we finally have a deal, y’all!🤝🚲
After sending our first two contestants home empty-handed, the Chiefs finally found what they were looking for.
So, what made this one different?
A legal e-bike in Texas must have fully functioning pedals, a motor under 750 watts,
The Round Rock Police Department is investigating a death at Old Settlers Park near the Rabb Pavilion off Whitlow Way. Based on preliminary information, no foul play is suspected, and there is no danger to the public. Please avoid the area while officers remain on scene.
We couldn’t let Spike’s birthday pass without a visit from our K-9 Unit!⚾️🐶
The Sanders family and the Round Rock Express ownership group have shown our K-9 Unit a lot of support over the years, helping fund several of the K-9s who serve alongside our officers. Today, we got to
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