Red Oak Police Department

05/16/2026

We gave our Police Officers a disposable camera. They understood the assignment. 😎✌ Happy National Police Week!

05/15/2026

With the echo of a gun salute, blue roses placed in remembrance, and a riderless horse symbolizing those who have fallen in the line of duty, today’s Ellis County Peace Officers’ Memorial Ceremony was a moving tribute to the 16 Ellis County first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities.

Members of the Red Oak Police Department joined fellow first responders from across Ellis County at the annual Peace Officers’ Memorial Ceremony in Waxahachie. We proudly stand alongside our public safety partners in honoring and remembering those who gave their lives in service to others.

Those department in attendance include: Waxahachie Police Department Ennis Police Department Waxahachie Fire-Rescue Department, Dallas Police Department Ellis County Sheriff's Office Ferris Department of Public Safety and more.

05/13/2026

To show appreciation for our Red Oak Police Department, who serve our community every day, Chief Tijerina and Officer Garcia fired up the grill and cooked burgers and bratwursts for the team today! 🍔🌭

We want to say thank you for your dedication, service, and commitment to keeping Red Oak safe.

04/25/2026

Happening today! Collection sites open NOW! Help loosen the grip of Rx drug misuse by dropping off your unneeded meds at the Red Oak Police Department's collection site. To find another collection site in Ellis Country or near you, please visit: www.DEATakeBack.com

04/23/2026

Happening this Saturday: is a free event for communities nationwide to properly dispose of old and unneeded medications safely and anonymously.

On Saturday, April 25, from 10am-2pm bring those old and unneeded medications to our collection site at the Red Oak Police Department (547 Methodist St, Red Oak, TX)

04/22/2026

Great outcomes are possible when proactive policing, cross-division teamwork, and a commitment to procedural justice come together. Our community is safer thanks to the dedicated efforts of the Red Oak Police Department and the persistence of the Ellis County District Attorney’s Office.

Drug Trafficker sentenced to 99 years in prison and a $250,000 fine for Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver.
Ellis County and District Attorney Lindy Beaty announced that on April 21, 2026, Che-De-Aztlan Martinez (46) of Austin, Texas, was convicted of possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver and sentenced by a jury to 99 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and the maximum fine of $250,000.

On February 3, 2023 Red Oak Police Department stopped a Dodge Challenger for a simple traffic violation. Officers identified the driver of the vehicle as Eric Mancera and passenger as Che-De-Aztlan Martinez. After smelling the overwhelming odor of ma*****na coming from the vehicle, officers located two one-kilogram bricks of co***ne in a bag located in the back seat. Neither individual claimed knowledge of the co***ne.

Further investigation led Red Oak Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division to conduct a forensic analysis of both individuals’ cell phones. The contents of Mr. Martinez’s cell phone confirmed that he worked in a multiparty drug trafficking organization that transported hundreds of pounds of methamphetamine, co***ne, he**in, and fentanyl throughout the country. In addition to transporting large quantities of drugs, Mr. Martinez would arrange large sums of money to be wired to international accounts in Central America and the Mexican State of Michoacan.

The driver, Eric Mancera, quickly entered into a plea agreement in 2024 and received 30 years prison for possession with intent to deliver. The passenger, Che-De-Aztlan Martinez rejected all plea offers and instead requested a jury trial.

“Texas has long stood on the front lines of combatting organized drug trafficking for a majority of the United States,” said lead prosecutor Garett Smith. “Today’s verdict sends a clear message that Ellis County will not tolerate drug traffickers who exploit and destroy our community for profit.”

Although Mr. Martinez had never been sentenced to prison before, his criminal history included convictions for possession of a felony amount of ma*****na, possession of a controlled substance, and burglary of a habitation.

The case was prosecuted by Assistant County and District Attorneys Garett Smith and Sherry Roeder, with the assistance of Ellis County and District Attorney Investigator Stephen Cooper. Our office would like to recognize the outstanding work performed by Red Oak Sergeant Cody McKinney and Officer Antonio Avina.

04/21/2026

Support starts with being seen, heard, and knowing you're not alone 💜 In recognition of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, we’re reminding our community that help is always within reach.

The Red Oak Police Department’s Crime Victims Liaison, Crystal Butcher, is here to walk alongside victims every step of the way, offering resources, guidance, and care when it matters most. No one should have to figure it out on their own, and here, you don’t have to.

📞 Victims may contact Crystal at 469-218-7783 or by email to learn more about the Victim Assistance Program.
🖥️ Learn more: www.redoaktx.org/870/Support-Services-Bureau

04/09/2026

This April, the Red Oak Police Department is helping Paint the Town Blue as part of National Child Abuse Prevention Month. 💙 In partnership with the Ellis County Children's Advocacy Center, you’ll see blue ribbons, pinwheels, and a banner displayed at our station to raise awareness an stand up for every child’s right to feel safe, supported, and loved.

04/08/2026

ROPD Officer Ryan Gunning has been spotlighted in Red Oak's !

04/02/2026

ROTX ALERT - System Test April 2, 2026
This is a TEST of the City of Red Oak emergency alert system as part of a statewide drill. No emergency is taking place. No action is needed.