Lindale PD

Scam Alert: Be Vigilant.
We have become aware of scammers spoofing law enforcement phone numbers. When they call citizens, it appears that a law enforcement agency is reaching out, and the scammers are posing as officers who are threatening to arrest individuals for missed jury duty or outstanding warrants.
No law enforcement agency will reach out to request that you meet them for payment or transfer money via your bank account.

Please remember:
• We will never ask for payment to avoid an arrest.
• Never send money through Bitcoin ATMs, gift cards, or cryptocurrency to resolve alleged legal matters.
• Be cautious of callers who threaten arrest or tell you NOT to speak to anyone.

If you receive a suspicious call, hang up and contact us using an official phone number (903-882-3313) to verify the information. Do not use a number that has been provided to you by the caller.

If you believe you have been targeted by a scam, report it to local law enforcement.

Siren Testing 09/15/2026 at Noon - This is only a test.

💙 Thank you, Brookshire’s! 💙

Brookshire's generously donated two pallets of water to our department. Brookshire's has continuously supported our officers and the community of Lindale. We are grateful to have community partners who step up to support those who serve. Thank you for helping keep our officers hydrated and showing your support for the Lindale Police Department!

Remembering 9/11 — 25 Years Later 🇺🇸

Today marks the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001—a day that forever changed our nation.

We honor the 2,977 lives lost, remember their families and loved ones, and pay tribute to the first responders, service members, and countless heroes whose courage and sacrifice defined that day and the years that followed.

Twenty-five years later, may we continue to carry forward the strength, unity, and compassion that brought our nation together.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget. ❤️🤍💙

On behalf of the Lindale Police Department, we would like to say thank you to the Smith County 911 District for your generous donation that upgraded our dispatch center.

Your support has made a huge difference in our ability to serve our community. These improvements will help provide our dispatchers with a better work environment as they answer calls, coordinate emergency responses, and support our officers and citizens.

We also want to take time to thank Walmart Lindale for their donation that allowed us to update our security camera setup and severe weather watch station.

Thank you both for your partnership, generosity, and continued support of our department. We truly appreciate everything you have done to help us improve our dispatch center and better serve the citizens of our community.

I-20 East Bound at HWY 69 is shut down - all traffic must go north or south on HWY 69; you cannot enter I-20 Eastbound.

Attention: Baker St from Jim Hogg to Hill St will be closed for a gas leak/repair.

Smith County is under a Burn Ban issued August 18, 2026 at 9:45am
Please see information from Smith County:

The Smith County Commissioners Court voted on Tuesday, August 18, to issue a 90-day burn ban for the county.
As of Monday, the Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) for Smith County was at 661 and is expected to go up to 668 on Tuesday. The KBDI ranges from 0 to 800 and is used to determine forest fire potential.
Smith County Fire Marshal Chad Hogue reported that the county has seen an increase in grass fires and there are no significant rain chances for the next 10-14 days.
“Rain chances for the next couple weeks show a couple days with 20-24 percent chance of rain,” he said. “Temperatures remain high and fire danger is high. I believe it has become necessary to enact a burn ban.”
The Commissioners Court issued the “Order Prohibiting Outdoor Burning.”
The burn ban order is in effect for 90 days, unless conditions improve, and the Commissioners Court approve terminating the order early.
Fireworks, fire pits or any form of outdoor burning is prohibited.
There are exceptions to the burn ban. People are still allowed to cook food in a grill or smoker that contains all open flames and have enclosed lids. Professional welding operations are allowed but all welders must notify and register with the Fire Marshal’s Office before welding outside and follow specific guidelines.
The order also does not prohibit outdoor burning activities related to public health and safety that are authorized by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, such as firefighter training; public utility, Texas Department of Transportation operations, natural gas pipeline or mining operations; planting or harvesting agricultural crops; or some prescribed burns.
A violation of the burn ban is a Class C Misdemeanor, punishable by a fine up to $500.
Smith County, as well as area fire departments, will work on placing signs around the County to alert residents about the burn ban.
For more information, please call the Smith County Fire Marshal’s Office at 903-590-2655 or visit www.smith-county.com and click on the red banner at the top of the homepage.