Sheriff’s Corner with Sheriff Tracy Murphree
The Denton County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Interdiction Deputies are assigned as Task Force Officers within the Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) DFW Airport Criminal Interdiction Unit. Our Denton County Deputies take great pride in their work to protect our communities from criminal activity. During the recent National Interdiction Conference held in Dallas, Texas these deputies and their local, state, and federal partners were presented with exceptional efforts in identifying and apprehending major criminals who utilize our nation’s roadways and transportation hubs. During their efforts, HSI DFW Airport Criminal Interdiction Unit was responsible for seizing the following illicit contraband;
Marijuana – 2,440lbs
Marijuana (Hash/Shatter/Concentrates) – 19lbs
Methamphetamine – 25lbs
Cocaine – 5.5lbs
Mushrooms – 1.8lbs
Prescription medication – 4 gals
Fentanyl – 1lb
Stolen items (value) – $70,000.00 United States currency
United States currency – $1,184,930.00
Arrests – 69
This achievement and recognition by their peers is a testament to our deputies’ dedication and hard work in combating criminal activity and keeping our communities safe. We are honored to have such a talented committed group of law enforcement professionals working for the Denton County Sheriff’s Office.
