Encinal Police Department

Encinal Police Department This page has been created to keep the community in touch with Law Enforcement.

This page has been created to keep in touch with our community, while also providing information on day to day crimes/investigations. Please feel free to report any crimes by contacting dispatch at 830-879-3043, in case of an emergency dial 911.

🍧 Snow Cones with Cops was a GREAT SUCCESS! 💙A huge thank you to everyone who welcomed us into their homes today! We had...
09/02/2026

🍧 Snow Cones with Cops was a GREAT SUCCESS! 💙

A huge thank you to everyone who welcomed us into their homes today! We had a wonderful time visiting with our elderly community, having one-on-one conversations, checking in on their wants and needs, and enjoying some good old-fashioned small talk. Most importantly, we got to share a few laughs and some cold, delicious snow cones to help beat this Texas heat!

A BIG THANK YOU to Road Ranger for donating the ice and helping us bring a little extra sweetness—and a whole lot of smiles—to our elderly residents. Your support helps make community policing about more than just a badge; it’s about building relationships and making a difference.

We apologize to anyone we may have missed today, but this is only the beginning! We look forward to finding more ways to connect with and support our elderly residents in the future.

Stay tuned, Encinal—we’ve got more community events and visits coming your way!

Go Cowboys Go!! Beat the Wolves!
09/01/2026

Go Cowboys Go!!

Beat the Wolves!

🍧 SNOW CONES WITH COPS! 👮‍♂️🍧The Encinal Police Department is excited to bring back Snow Cones with Cops on Wednesday, S...
08/31/2026

🍧 SNOW CONES WITH COPS! 👮‍♂️🍧

The Encinal Police Department is excited to bring back Snow Cones with Cops on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, beginning at 2:30 PM — while supplies last!

Our officers will be checking in on our elderly residents, visiting with them, discussing any needs they may have, and serving up some fresh, delicious snow cones to help beat the heat! ☀️🍧

We already have a list of homes we’ll be visiting, but if you know of an elderly resident who would enjoy a refreshing treat and some conversation with our officers, please email Chief Balboa at [email protected].

💙 It’s more than a snow cone — it’s about building relationships and taking care of our community!

📚🎒 Back-to-School Event! 🎒📚The wait is over! Join us today at the Veterans Hall from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM for our Back-to-...
08/10/2026

📚🎒 Back-to-School Event! 🎒📚

The wait is over! Join us today at the Veterans Hall from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM for our Back-to-School Event!

We’ll be handing out school supplies to help students get ready for a successful school year. Supplies are available while they last, so be sure to come by early!

A special thank you to the La Salle County officials for organizing this wonderful event and for their continued support of our students, families, and community.

We look forward to seeing everyone and wish all of our students a safe, fun, and successful school year!

🎒 FINAL SCAVENGER HUNT RIDDLE! 🎒We’ve reached the final challenge! A huge thank you to everyone who participated through...
08/06/2026

🎒 FINAL SCAVENGER HUNT RIDDLE! 🎒

We’ve reached the final challenge! A huge thank you to everyone who participated throughout our scavenger hunt, and to all of our amazing donors who made it possible.

Today’s prize is THREE backpacks filled with school supplies!

🧩 Riddle #18

No more searching high or low,
No more clues to help you go.
Behind this badge, you’ll find the prize,
Where service stands and justice lies.

Walk through the doors, don’t be shy,
The final stop is where officers stand by.
Ask for the Chief, that’s who you’ll see—
The backpacks are waiting… if you find me!

📍 Come see Chief Balboa in person at the Encinal Police Department to claim one of the three backpacks!

First come, first served. Good luck, and thank you all for making this scavenger hunt so much fun! 🎒🚔

A special thank you to Yrma Arizola for donating today’s prize!🕵️‍♂️ Riddle #17 🕵️‍♀️I once welcomed travelers both day...
07/30/2026

A special thank you to Yrma Arizola for donating today’s prize!

🕵️‍♂️ Riddle #17 🕵️‍♀️

I once welcomed travelers both day and night,
A quick stop on Main when the timing was right.
Snacks and drinks once filled my shelves with ease,
But now I stand quiet with memories on the breeze.

Look where many stopped before moving along,
An old familiar place that’s been here for long.
Search carefully around this spot you know,
And today’s hidden prize may soon be yours to show!

📸 Once you find it, please snap a photo and post it in the comments so everyone knows it has been claimed.

A special thank you to Keira Rico for donating today’s prize!Riddle #16I once served meals that brought folks through m...
07/30/2026

A special thank you to Keira Rico for donating today’s prize!

Riddle #16

I once served meals that brought folks through my door,
My enchiladas were loved by many and more.
Though the tables are gone and the kitchen is still,
The memories remain upon this hill.

Look where hungry travelers once stopped to dine,
A place from the past, frozen in time.
Search carefully around where laughter used to be,
And today’s hidden prize you just may see!

📸 Once you find it, please snap a photo and post it in the comments so everyone knows it’s been claimed!

👟❤️ Giving back to our community, one step at a time.Chief Balboa was honored to donate two pairs of shoes and socks to ...
07/30/2026

👟❤️ Giving back to our community, one step at a time.

Chief Balboa was honored to donate two pairs of shoes and socks to the Children’s Alliance of South Texas as part of the Cotulla Shoes for Smiles initiative.

Every child deserves to walk with confidence, comfort, and a smile. We are grateful for the opportunity to support this wonderful program and help make a difference in the lives of local children.

Together, we can continue building stronger communities through kindness and service. 💙

Scavenger Hunt #15 is here!A big thank you to Brianda Renteria donating today’s prize!Riddle #15I once fueled traveler...
07/29/2026

Scavenger Hunt #15 is here!

A big thank you to Brianda Renteria donating today’s prize!

Riddle #15

I once fueled travelers passing through town,
Where Main and 44 can both be found.
My pumps are gone, my glory has faded away,
But my old walls still have stories to say. lol

Look around where engines once stopped for a fill,
Search carefully and stay very still.
The treasure you seek is hidden nearby,
Keep your eyes open and give it a try!

Good luck, hunters! 🍀

📸 Once you find the prize, please snap a photo and post it in the comments so everyone knows it has been claimed.

Scavenger Hunt Time!Today’s scavenger hunt prize is for a mother and daughter! A special thank you to Keanu Roath for ge...
07/28/2026

Scavenger Hunt Time!

Today’s scavenger hunt prize is for a mother and daughter! A special thank you to Keanu Roath for generously donating today’s prize.

Riddle #14

Picnic tables and open spaces are part of my scene,
A hidden treasure waits where many have been.
Take a stroll and keep your eyes sharp today,
The prize is waiting, but won’t give itself away!

Once you find it, please snap a photo and post it in the comments so everyone knows it has been claimed. 📸

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701 Berry Street
Encinal, TX
78019

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+19569485226

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