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Investigative Report: A Look at First Responder Pay and Staffing Data Following April Incident

On April 11, 2026 Del Rio Police Officer Alexis Ramos was shot and injured while responding to a call in the 900 block of E 10th St. Since then, the Del Rio Community has been sharing their thoughts on how the City of Del Rio pays, recruits, and keeps our first responders. The shooting started an online conversation with residents, current, retired, and former police officers all concerned that the department’s pay scale isn’t competitive enough.

Suspect Apprehended with Assistance from U.S. Border Patrol K-9

During the month of March 2026, the Del Rio Police Department experienced an increase in motor vehicle burglaries throughout the city. During the investigation, officers recovered evidence at one of the scenes that led to the identification of a suspect. As a result, an arrest warrant was obtained for Jose Alfredo Reyes, 34 years of age.

Man Arrested on Multiple Charges Child Injury, Unlawful Restraint, Assault FV and Assault On Public Servant

On April 8, 2026, at approximately 4:36 p.m., an officer with the Del Rio Police Department responded to the 400 block of West 8th Street regarding a welfare concern involving a 5-year-old child with facial injuries. The suspect was identified as Francisco Javier Garza.

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