Police Department Media Relations
The Public Information Specialist handles media relations for the City of Round Rock Police Department.
Melanie Forcier
Public Information Specialist
Police Department
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The Round Rock Police Department has arrested a suspect in connection with a shooting that left one person injured near the Round Rock Public Library, located at 200 E. Liberty Avenue.
On Sunday, October 11, 2026, at approximately 10:40 p.m., officers responded to reports of shots fired in the area. Preliminary information indicates that the shooting occurred during a physical altercation between two individuals. The victim was transported to a local hospital and is currently in stable condition. Their identity is being withheld due to their age.
The suspect, identified as 17-year-old John Salone of Round Rock, was taken into custody and booked into the Williamson County Jail. Salone has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, a second-degree felony.
The incident remains under investigation.
Moving up at RRPD!👏
Yesterday, we celebrated the following members of our department on their recent promotions:
• AJ Rivera — Sergeant
• Tiffany Hall — Police Planning & Research Manager
• Kimberly Rendon — Support Services Division Manager
• Sylvia Moncivais — Evidence & Crime Scene Manager
• Matthew Stephens — Crime Scene Supervisor
• Michelle Kihiro — Public Safety Communications Supervisor
• Cherish McClinton — Public Safety Communications Assistant Manager
Please join us in congratulating them on this exciting milestone and wishing them continued success in their new roles!
#RoundRock #Police #Promotions #Leadership
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BPOC 9, you did it.🎓
Congratulations to our Basic Peace Officer Course Class 9 on officially completing the academy and becoming licensed peace officers!
Over the past several months, they’ve put in the work, pushed themselves through countless hours of training and prepared for the responsibility that comes with serving our community.
Congrats, officers, and welcome to the RRPD family!
#RoundRock #Police #Cadets #Graduation #PoliceAcademy
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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.
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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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