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The DeSoto Police and Fire Departments have released their call volume reports for the week of June 9-15, detailing a wide range of emergency responses and community services.

The DeSoto Police Department reported a total of 2,380 calls during this period.

The majority of these calls were neighborhood patrol calls, totaling 762.

Directed patrol followed closely with 430 calls.

Business calls accounted for 280, while animal-related incidents resulted in 75 calls.

Additionally, there were 53 calls regarding suspicious activity and 266 traffic-related incidents.

The DeSoto Fire Department responded to 239 emergency calls for service within the same week.

Of these, 180 were medical calls, highlighting the department’s crucial role in providing medical assistance.

The fire and rescue team handled 59 calls, which included 10 major vehicle accidents, 1 structure fire, 2 car fires, 1 RV fire, and 12 fire alarms.

71 of the 180 medical calls required additional assistance or manpower from a fire engine.

Both departments encourage residents to stay informed about safety protocols and to reach out in case of emergencies or suspicious activities.

For more information, residents can contact the respective departments through their official communication channels.

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The DeSoto Police and Fire Departments have released their call volume reports for the week of May 26 to June 1, detailing a busy period for emergency services in the city.

The DeSoto Police Department handled a total of 2,238 calls during this period.

The majority of these were neighborhood patrol calls, which accounted for 738 of the total directed patrols followed with 381 calls.

Business-related calls numbered 266, while animal-related incidents prompted 65 calls.

Additionally, officers responded to 64 calls regarding suspicious activity and handled 221 traffic-related incidents.

Meanwhile, the DeSoto Fire Department responded to 259 emergency calls for service over the same week.

Of these, 156 were medical calls, highlighting the critical role of medical response in the department’s operations.

The remaining 103 calls were categorized under fire and rescue, including 12 major vehicle accidents and 4 structure fires.

There was also one rescue operation and 18 fire alarm responses. Notably, 57 of the medical calls required additional assistance and manpower from a fire engine.

The data from these reports provide valuable insights into the types of emergencies and routine calls that the city’s first responders handle, aiding in the continuous improvement of their efforts.

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Across the country and in North Texas, communities are coming together to pay tribute to fallen police officers, recognizing their dedication and sacrifice in serving and protecting their communities.

Among these communities, DeSoto stands out as it held a solemn Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony in front of its police station.

The ceremony, organized by the DeSoto Police Department, serves as a reminder of the bravery and selflessness exhibited by law enforcement officers.

With reverence and respect, city leaders, community members, and fellow officers gathered to honor the memories of those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

“In the performance of their duties, there were 136 law enforcement officer fatalities in 2023 with Texas losing roughly 11 officers,” said DeSoto Mayor Rachel L. Proctor.

As the sun cast its warm glow over the gathering, officers from the department stood at attention, setting a somber tone for the ceremony.

“We gather together today to honor and pay tribute to those officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their communities,” said Assistant Chief Jesionek speaking to onlookers.

“But before fulfilling our somber purpose here today, please allow for the presence of hope as the number of officer line of duty deaths decreased by 39% from 2022 to 2023 and for the first time since 2019, COVID-19 was not the leading cause of on-duty death.”

As Mayor Proctor looked upon the Table of Honor, Assistant Chief Jesionek described the items on the table representing a fellow fallen officer and what they left behind.

Each item is read aloud, accompanied by a moment where the solemn notes of bagpipes fill the air, followed by a 21-gun salute to honor those who fell in the line of duty.

In DeSoto, across North Texas, and the country, the Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony serves as a powerful testament to the valor and sacrifice of fallen police officers.

Video of the ceremony can be viewed on the City of DeSoto’s Facebook page.

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