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D. DeWayne Philpott
“Dedicated to serving Teague with integrity, professionalism, and steady focus on community safety.”
Executive leadership, Department administration, professional standards, personnel oversight, and public-safety operations.
About Chief Philpott
Chief Philpott brings more than 30 years of law-enforcement experience and a strong foundation in leadership and training. His career spans patrol, investigations, SWAT operations, and law-enforcement administration.
Since joining the Teague Police Department in 2015, he has worked to strengthen public safety, professional standards, Department operations, and community trust.
Academic & Leadership Development
- Master of Arts in Criminal Justice, Midwestern State University (2019)
- Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences – Criminal Justice, Midwestern State University (2010)
- Associate of Applied Sciences – Criminal Justice, Temple College (2000)
- Graduate of the Leadership Command College, Sam Houston State University – Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas (LEMIT), Class #98
Professional Qualifications
- Master Peace Officer Certification – Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
- Certified Law Enforcement Instructor with training in firearms, TASER, SFST, and general law-enforcement topics
- Extensive training in patrol procedures, investigations, instructor development, and supervisory leadership
- Completion of multiple National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses through FEMA
Career & Leadership
- Law-enforcement career since 1995
- Administrative leadership with the Teague Police Department since 2015
- Prior service as a Lieutenant with another law-enforcement agency
- SWAT operations and tactical experience
- Military leadership experience as a Hospital Corpsman – U.S. Navy and Command Sergeant Major – Texas State Guard
Professional Service Starts With Accountability
The Office of the Chief provides leadership, strategic direction, and oversight for Department personnel, operations, policies, professional standards, and public-safety services.
The Department’s approach emphasizes visible service, sound judgment, accountability, professional development, and strong relationships with the people we serve.
Clear direction, responsible decision-making, and professional example.
High standards for Department operations, conduct, and public trust.
Competent, respectful, lawful, and service-oriented police work.
Strong relationships with residents, businesses, schools, and community partners.
Divisions & Services
Explore the primary operational and support functions of the Teague Police Department.
Administration & Records Division
Records management, public information requests, crash report guidance, body-worn camera video requests, monthly activity reports, and administrative support.
View Division →Criminal Investigation Division
Investigative follow-up, criminal case support, evidence handling, crime tips, and sex-offender registration information.
View Division →Patrol Division
Calls for service, patrol response, traffic enforcement, extra patrol requests, vacation watch requests, and neighborhood concerns.
View Division →Animal Control
Animal-related concerns, lost pets, impoundment information, and non-emergency animal reports inside the City of Teague.
View Service →Code Enforcement
Code concerns, public nuisance issues, property-maintenance concerns, and Code Enforcement reports inside the City of Teague.
View Service →Contact Chief Philpott
For administrative matters, Department leadership inquiries, or other business appropriate for the Office of the Chief.
