Mesquite Police Department arrests burglar

On March 10, a burglary of a habitation was reported in the 700 block of Green Canyon Drive. The homeowner’s security video showed a suspect kicking in the back door and entering the house. A copy of the video was placed on social media and soon went viral. The Mesquite Police Department received an anonymous tip concerning the case on March 19. The caller identified the suspect as Chris Green from Garland. Investigators discovered one outstanding burglary warrant for Green and located him in the 400 block of Gatewood Road in Garland. When interviewed, he confessed to the Green Canyon burglary. Green has been charged with one count of burglary of a habitation, a second degree felony carrying a bond of $10,000.

Task Force created to address properties with crime and code issues

The City has announced the creation of the “T25 Task Force” to identify and address properties in Mesquite with persistent code enforcement issues and/or criminal activity. City staff has identified the top 25 properties on which the Task Force will focus its initial efforts. Aggressive enforcement strategies to address these 25 properties have been developed. Visit www.cityofmesquite.com/T25  for a listing of these properties and more information.

Mesquite Animal Services hosts successful pet adoption event

Mesquite Animal Services hosted a “Name Your Price” adoption special on Saturday, March 19. This special event resulted in the adoption of 17 animals. A free community cookout was held along with the adoption special to thank animal shelter volunteers. The cookout included complimentary lunch provided by the Mesquite Fire Corps and free child fingerprinting offered by the Mesquite Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association.

Breakfast with the Bunny

This year’s Breakfast with the Bunny was a huge success. More than 550 attended the breakfast and an estimated 700 children participated in the egg hunt. The City would like to thank Panera Bread and volunteers from the American Business Club (AMBUCS) for their help with the breakfast.  

Plumbing Workshop held

Approximately 45 people attended the Fix a Leak Plumbing Workshop held on Saturday, March 19, at the Home Depot in Mesquite. The City partnered with Home Depot to offer the do-it-yourself plumbing workshop for minor repairs. Attendees also received free toilet flappers and low flow shower heads. Fix a Leak Week is promoted each year by WaterSense, an EPA Partnership Program.

City hosts Code Ambassador orientation meeting

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