A big thank you to EOG Resources, Inc. for their generous donation! The Odessa Animal Shelter received dog and cat food, cat litter, can covers for wet food cans, and more. These items will all be used to help the animals staying at the…

Raffle tickets are now available for the 10th Annual Bustin For Badges Clay Shoot Event. This event benefits local law enforcement (OPD, MPD, ECSO & MCSO) and helps pay for much-needed equipment and supplies. You do not have to be present to…

The City saw an increase in sales tax revenue with March’s sales tax revenue total of $4,970,694.84 which reflects a $1,654,195.58, or 49.88% increase as compared to March 2022. The City of Odessa received its March sales tax check, in the…

The Odessa Police Department offers C.R.A.S.E. training at ANY TIME to those interested. The Civilian Response to an Active Shooter Event training, also known as C.R.A.S.E., is a FREE program conducted by the Odessa Police Department to groups,…

The Odessa Animal Shelter will be having a shot clinic on Saturday, April 1st, 2023, from 10AM to 1PM. For questions regarding this event, please call the shelter at 432-368-3527. Here is what will be available: Package Prices: DAPP,…

Make sure you have our mobile app downloaded to receive the latest alerts and learn more about the Odessa Police Department. Helpful Numbers, News and Events, Push Notifications for major incidents in Odessa, are all at your fingertips with the OPD…

Fentanyl Awareness - Prevention Through Education As a parent or guardian, it is important to speak to your children about the dangers of fentanyl. Fentanyl is a hidden threat that is commonly added to illicit drugs, so the best way to prevent…

In Texas, all children younger than eight years old, unless they are taller than 4 feet 9 inches, must be secured in a child safety seat. This is for the safety and well-being of the child. Car seats, when used properly, can save lives. It is…

Raffle tickets are now available for the 10th Annual Bustin For Badges Clay Shoot Event. This event benefits local law enforcement (OPD, MPD, ECSO & MCSO) and helps pay for much-needed equipment and supplies. You do not have to be present to…

Did you know that March 2nd is International Rescue Cat Day? It is a day to raise awareness for cats and learn ways to help and protect them. There are many ways to celebrate, including adopting an animal that needs a home! The Odessa Animal…

We understand those that live, work, and visit Odessa have busy schedules. Often times, non-emergency incidents don't require an Officer to respond to the scene to obtain the necessary information for a report. By filing a report online, you can…

This morning, Corporal Steve LeSueur and Corporal Michael Stewart read to the 1st and 2nd grade classes at Cavazos Elementary school for their "Dr. Seuss Celebration Week." We always encourage reading at any age! Thank you Cavazos Elementary for…

The Odessa Animal Shelter will be holding an adoption event on Sunday, March 5th, at Crunch Fitness (2008 E 42nd) from 2 PM to 5 PM. The adoption price is $27 - CASH ONLY. Adopt your new fur-ever…

Raffle tickets are now available for the 10th Annual Bustin For Badges Clay Shoot Event. This event benefits local law enforcement (OPD, MPD, ECSO & MCSO) and helps pay for much-needed equipment and supplies. You do not have to be present to…

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The Odessa Police Department is currently experiencing issues with the non-emergency phone number (432-333-3641). The public is asked to call 432-335-5744 until further advised. You can still call 9-1-1 for emergencies only. We apologize for the…

Corporal Christopher Mabry has been with the Odessa Police Department since July 2014. He has worked in Patrol, was a Fleet Coordinator, and is currently in the Traffic unit. Cpl. Mabry was born and raised in Eastern Colorado. He says that his…

When it comes to much of OPD’s Technology and keeping things running smoothly, we turn to Mike Parrish. He’s the City of Odessa’s Director of Information and has been with us for many years. Mike's passion for technology came…

Tips For Driving Around Semi-Trucks Driving next to semi-trucks can be intimidating. Here are some tips to help you pass a semi-truck quickly and safely: - Keep your distance - Stay out of blind spots - Pass on the left side - Have enough room to…

RAFFLE TICKETS AVAILABLE - 2023 Bustin for Badges Clay Shoot The 10th Annual Bustin For Badges Clay Shoot Event will take place on Thursday, May 4th and Friday, May 5th at Windwalker Farms in Martin County. This event benefits local law…

Let's clear the shelter! On Saturday, February 25th, the cost of adoption will be a special price - $22! This event will be All Day. Adopt your new furry friend at the Odessa Animal Shelter! We definitely recommend you see these friendly faces in…

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Corporal Bernis "Pappy" Lee Lincoln was a well-respected veteran police officer that served the Odessa Police Department from July 1, 1966, until January 31, 1998. Corporal Lincoln was a former semi-professional baseball player and one of 19…

SCAMMERS will target people that are selling items on Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, etc… They will ask if item is still available. They will then ask for a code before committing to the purchase, saying it’s to prove you’re…

On 2-18-23 at approximately 2:30am, a theft occurred at the Odessa Animal Shelter located at 910 West 42nd Street. Investigation revealed that an unknown male stole a utility trailer (TX LP 862063) that was parked at the new shelter construction…

Our officers were provided with a delicious BBQ lunch and goodie bags filled with snacks today. We are very honored at the show of support from our community. Thank you all so much! Trust Key Team at All City Real Estate - Stephanie Campos /…

A MESSAGE FROM THE SALVATION ARMY: The Salvation Army Family Store located at 505 West 42nd St in Odessa is open for shopping to help those in need weekly Monday – Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM. Closed on Sundays. Donation times are…

There are many sweet animals at the Odessa Animal Shelter that are waiting to be adopted, including these friendly faces. Conveniently, you can view all of the dogs and cats available through our website: …

Make sure you have our mobile app downloaded to receive the latest alerts and learn more about the Odessa Police Department. Helpful Numbers, News and Events, Push Notifications for major incidents in Odessa, are all at your fingertips with the OPD…

Black History Month - Sergeant Tommy Jones Sergeant Tommy Jones has worked for the City of Odessa for 26 years and has been with OPD for 18 years. When he worked for the City of Odessa, he was in Code Enforcement, the Street Department, and Solid…

The 10th annual Bustin for Badges Clay Shoot will be on Thursday, May 4th and Friday, May 5th at Windwalker Farms in Martin County. This event benefits local law enforcement (OPD, MPD, ECSO & MCSO) and helps pay for much needed equipment. …

Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month Did you know that February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month? It is a time to educate everyone – not just teens – on the warning signs of dating abuse. Together, we can…

Odessa Animal Shelter - Sweethearts Week Need a Valentine? Look no further! Get ready for Sweethearts Week! The Odessa Animal Shelter will be holding a Valentine's Day Special FOR A WEEK from February 14th to 17th. For the special price of…

Mayor Joven Asks For Prayers For Earthquake Victims A series of powerful earthquakes struck southern Turkey in the morning of February 6, 2023. These earthquakes have caused widespread destruction and collapsed buildings, with likely over…

Black History Month – Detective Whitney Branch Detective Whitney Branch works in our CID Persons Unit. She is a great asset to OPD and the community. Her primary responsibility is over the Sex Offender Registry. Detective Branch was…

A new interim executive director has been named for Downtown Odessa Inc. Elizabeth Prieto has been named the Interim Director of Downtown Odessa Inc. Born and raised in West Texas, Elizabeth is proud to call Odessa home for the past 22 years.…

Prevent a home burglary by following these tips: -Lock your doors and windows. - If you open your window, use window stops. -Make sure valuables are not visible from windows and use curtains. -Store ladders and any objects that can be used…

KOB Will Visit Zavala Elementary, First Sustainability Scholarship Recipients Zavala students receive first sustainability scholarship. Zavala Elementary students are the first Sustainability Scholarship recipients! Keep Odessa Beautiful…

In 2021, 45% (144 of 318) of teen drivers killed in vehicle crashes were not wearing seat belts. Driving a vehicle is a great responsibility, so make safe choices. Seat belts save lives and it takes only a few seconds to buckle up. #EndTheStreakTX…

Join us for our next Pet Adoption Event and find your new furry friend!
- February 9th, 2023
- 5 pm to 8 pm
- Crunch Fitness (2008 E 42nd St)
- $27 CASH ONLY

Corporal Michael Hamilton has been with the Odessa Police Department for eight years and as one of our Community Relations Officers, you will find him at many of our events. He’s OPD's “Best Dancer". Back in the day, he was on tour with…

At sunrise this morning, a wreath-laying ceremony was held at the Odessa Police Department to honor Officer Scott Stanton Smith who died 35 years ago today. Back in 1987, the 25-year-old officer was responding to a burglary call when he was…

It's Black History Month and we want to highlight some of our officers, first responders, and employees. Lt. Sherrie Carruth is one of our most Senior Officers. She’s a wealth of information regarding the law enforcement world and is a…

On Monday, February 6th, 2023, at sunrise, the Odessa Police Department will hold a wreath-laying ceremony to pay tribute to Officer Scott Smith, who died in a motorcycle crash while responding to a burglary in progress call. The public is…

OPD Honor Guard Shows Support OPD's Honor Guard attended the funeral of the El Paso Police Department's Chief of Police, Chief Gregory K. Allen #646. The funeral took place this morning in El Paso, Texas. Chief Gregory K. Allen was a dedicated…

Golf Cart Safety & Laws This is a friendly reminder that you must have a valid driver's license to drive a golf cart. For their safety, children should not be operating golf carts. Here are some of the laws regarding golf carts: 1. Driver MUST…

Mayor Joven Makes the December Rising LoneStars List Mayor Joven was selected as a Rising LoneStar for the month of December! Odessa Mayor Javier Joven’s commitment to “return to basics” earned him a spot as a December 2022…

January is dedicated to raising awareness of human trafficking. It is a key time to educate ourselves about human trafficking and learn how to spot the signs of trafficking. Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing information on how to…

Child Passenger Safety In Texas, all children younger than eight years old, unless they are taller than 4 feet 9 inches, must be secured in a child safety seat. This is for the safety and well-being of the child. Car seats, when used properly, can…

This is a 2-DAY animal adoption event! Join us on Tuesday, January 24th and Wednesday, January 25th at Crunch Fitness (2008 E 42nd St) from 4PM to 8PM. The adoption fee is $27 CASH ONLY. Stop by and adopt one of the many loving animals looking…

Human Trafficking Awareness Month - Victim Indicators Human Trafficking Awareness day was last week, but did you know that the month of January is dedicated to raising awareness about human trafficking? During the next few weeks, we will be…

Ready for Furever Homes! There are many sweet animals at the Odessa Animal Shelter that are waiting to be adopted, including these friendly faces. Many of the animals featured last week are still up for adoption. You can view all of the dogs and…

January 12, 2023 Our OPD recruits took a very critical test, their driving test which included multiple obstacles. Five of the recruits are working to become Odessa Police Officers, and three are working to become Midland County Sheriff's Office…

The City saw an increase in sales tax revenue with January’s sales tax revenue total of $4,643,575.69. The City of Odessa received its January sales tax check, in the amount of, $5,804,469.61. This amount includes the Economic Development…

It is estimated that there are 25 million victims of human trafficking throughout the world. It can happen anywhere and victims can be of any age, race, gender, or nationality. Many are wearing blue today to raise awareness and show support for…

The Odessa Police Department is mourning the loss of K9 Maximus. Due to medical problems, he has crossed the rainbow bridge. K9 Maximus was a dual-purpose narcotics/tactical dog. He started in 2013 and served the Odessa Police Department until…

We received this creative poster from Mrs. Etherton's very talented 4th Grade Class at Buice Elementary! Our OPD officers have enjoyed admiring it. We want to thank everyone for the…

Battalion Chief Jason Cotton has been named the new Interim Fire Chief! On the heels of Fire Chief John Alvarez’s retirement, The City of Odessa announces the role of interim Fire Chief will be filled by current Battalion Chief Jason Cotton…

Saying Goodbye - Detective Mario Baeza After 27 years, OPD Detective Mario Baeza is officially retired. He has been an important member of the Odessa Police Department since October 1995. He started in Patrol, then worked in Property investigations,…

- Never Jaywalk - Always use the crosswalks and intersections whenever possible. - Wait for the Crossing Guard - When crossing guards are present, wait for their signal to cross. - Don't be Distracted - Unplug earbuds and avoid using your…

Odessa Animal Shelter - Up for Adoption Want to add a furry friend to your family? There are many animals that are looking for homes at the Odessa Animal Shelter. You can see these lovable dogs and cats in person or look on our webpage to see who…

OPD wants to wish you and your family a safe New Years weekend. Here are some road safety tips to keep in mind: -KEEP YOUR DISTANCE - Observe a trailing distance of two seconds between your car and the car in front of you. Make sure you can see…

Auto Theft Prevention Tips As the weather gets colder, many drivers want to "warm up" their vehicle, often leaving their car unattended with the keys in the ignition. Car thieves use this as an opportunity to steal. - Avoid leaving or hiding spare…

REGISTRATION IS OPEN! The 5th Annual Youth Basketball Tournament is on the way! This is a FREE event for 6th-12th graders. This year's basketball tournament will take place at the Permian High School Fieldhouse, located on 1800 East 42nd…

The Chief's 3-on-3 Youth Basketball Throwdown is Wednesday, December 28th! This is a FREE event for 6th-12th graders. This year's basketball tournament will take place at the Permian High School Fieldhouse, located on 1800 East 42nd Street.…

Some tasks of an Animal Control Officer include: - Receiving complains and calls for assistance regarding animals. - Investigating animal bite/scratch cases. - Assisting in the humane care and maintenance of animals in the shelter. -…

On December 20, 2022 at approximately 7:03 AM, Odessa Police and Odessa Fire Rescue responded to the area of Oil Field Dr and North County Road West in reference to a vehicle versus pedestrian crash. Investigation revealed that David Wheatley, 36…

The City of Odessa, in partnership with the Salvation Army of Odessa and the American Red Cross, has set up and opened a warming shelter for anyone that needs a place to stay warm during the severe Arctic temperatures that are forecasted for our…

NOW HIRING - Animal Shelter Technician The Odessa Animal Shelter is in need of an Animal Shelter Technician. Some tasks include: - Providing food, water, and general care for the shelter animals. - Keeping the shelter clean and disinfected. -…

We received this from Mrs. Coleman, a teacher at Whitaker Head Start in Odessa. One of her 4-year-old students, with the help of his mother, made an OPD police car for the class "Drive-In Movie Day". That is awesome! Beckham G. is a young officer in…

At Odessa Police Department (OPD), we consider ourselves family. As such, we like to celebrate together during the holidays. It was a time of good food, laughter, fun, and most importantly, gathering. Click here for more…

Assistant Chief Rodd Huber is retiring after 27 years of service! Please join us for Assistant Chief Rodd Huber’s retirement ceremony today at 1:30 p.m. at Central Fire Station, 1100 W. 2nd St. Chief Huber has been with Odessa Fire Rescue…

As the holiday season approaches we have historically seen an increase of opportunistic crime. Our officers are hard at work trying to prevent these crimes, but here is our crime prevention tip of the week: Be cautious and aware of your…

On Dec 15th morning, the Travis Tornado Choir visited OPD to sing Christmas carols to our officers. The choir's students range from 8-10 years old. We truly appreciate you stopping by, Travis Tornado choir! The great performance left our officers…

Join Downtown Odessa Inc. for the State of Downtown Odessa Address! Downtown Odessa, Inc. invites you to “Save the Date” for the State of Downtown Address Thursday February 23, 2023. The State of Downtown Address is an annual event…

Please read this message from Odessa Mayor, Javier Joven. The citizens of Odessa voted for change in the November election, and the majority of our City Council and myself are onboard with continuing to move our community forward. Council is…

Hays STEAM Academy Choir We want to thank the Hays STEAM Academy Choir for spreading joy and cheer throughout the Odessa Police Department. You are all very talented! Our OPD officers enjoyed listening to all of the fun Christmas carols, it is…

On 11-23-22 at approximately 2035 hours, an unknown male stole approximately $1,627 worth of merchandise from the GameStop located at 200 Walmart Court. Anyone who recognizes the suspect shown in the surveillance footage is encouraged to contact…

The City saw an increase in sales tax revenue with December’s sales tax revenue total of $4,441,543.47 which reflects a $843,463.82 increase compared to December 2021. The City of Odessa received its December sales tax check, in the amount…

The Odessa Animal Shelter is currently looking for a Veterinarian who will help take care of and treat the animals at the brand-new shelter facility. You can scan the QR code for the complete job listing, including requirements, or click the link…

This is Pepper, who is currently at the Odessa Animal Shelter. However, she really wants to be adopted by a family and go to a forever home! Pepper, like many other loving dogs and cats, are waiting to be adopted. You see which animals are…

By following these tips, you can prevent yourself from becoming a victim of car theft: -Always lock your vehicle and take your keys -Never leave your car running and unattended -Park in a well-lit area -Take valuables with you when you are not…

The Odessa Police Department is participating in the 2022 Salvation Army Toy Drive. Citizens can drop off new, unwrapped toys by placing them in the barrels located in front lobby of the Odessa Police Department (205 N. Grant). All donations must…

The Odessa Animal Shelter is participating in the 2022 Salvation Army Toy Drive. For every 5 toys donated, you will receive a free microchip OR $10 off the pet adoption fee. Toys must be new and unwrapped. The shelter is accepting donations until…

Odessa Fire Rescue and the Fire Marshal's Division are adopting the 2021 edition of the International Fire Code and Fee Schedule. Many of the license services and permits provided by them at no charge, will now incur fees. The new fee schedule goes…

The Chief's 3-on-3 Youth Basketball Throwdown is Wednesday, December 28th! This year's basketball tournament will take place at the Permian High School Fieldhouse, located on 1800 East 42nd Street. Registration begins at 7AM and the games start at…

It is unfortunate to see that the donation barrels for the Salvation Army's Toy Drive, placed at the front of OPD, have remained nearly empty. The Salvation Army gathers and distributes toys to children in our local community to make sure they…

2022 Salvation Army Toy Drive Thank you so much to those who were able to donate toys for the Salvation Army Toy Drive. We had a great turnout this morning and we are so happy to say that all of these toys will be going towards our community's…

The Odessa Animal Shelter has many sweet animals that are waiting to be a part of your family! Honey, Chewy, and Cookie are among the furbabies up for adoption. You can view all of the dogs and cats that are available through our website: …

There will be a pet adoption event at the Jackalopes game on Friday, December 2nd, from 6pm to 8pm (or intermission). We hope to see you there! Click here to More…

Crews to begin work on the traffic signal at Faudree and P Bar Ranch Road this week Work will begin this week on the traffic signal at Faudree Rd and P Bar Ranch Rd. The contractor is scheduled to start construction of the traffic signal this…

Corporal Steve LeSueur has been with the Odessa Police Department for 12.5 years. You have probably seen him at our community events! Cpl. LeSueur says that he is thankful for family, friends, and freedom. Ham, Potatoes, Casserole, and Banana…

Holiday Travel Tips Many of us travel during the Holidays. Here are some Holiday travel tips from OPD that can help keep you and your home safe: - Never leave clues that you are on vacation such as social media posts. - Have a trusted friend…