Edinburg police to host 'Coffee with a Cop' session throughout October

EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Edinburg Police Department is hosting 'Coffee with a Cop' sessions throughout October to strengthen community ties.

Residents are invited to join Edinburg police officers for coffee and conversation at various locations, providing an opportunity to ask questions and share concerns.

If you missed the Oct. 3 session, there will be four more.

Dates and locations:

• Oct. 10 from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at McDonald's on 401 E. Trenton Rd.
• Oct. 15 from 8 to 10 a.m. at El Caporal 2 on 2400 E. Richardson Rd.
• Oct. 17 from 8 to 10 a.m. at Starbucks on 2720 W. University Dr.
• Oct. 27 from 8-10 a.m. at Starbucks on 525 E. Trenton Rd.

Making these gatherings extra special, the Edinburg Police Department's newest member, Domino, a friendly four-year-old therapy dog, will be there to meet and greet the community.

For more information, residents can contact the Community Policing Division at (956) 289-7700.

These events offer a relaxed environment for community members to engage with the officers who serve them, fostering better communication and understanding.

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