Mission Statement

The Donna Police Department is dedicated to providing professional, ethical, and responsive law enforcement services that enhance public safety and strengthen the trust of the community we proudly serve.

Our mission is to protect life and property, enforce the law with fairness and integrity, and maintain peace and order within the City of Donna. We are committed to performing our duties with dignity, professionalism, accountability, and respect for all individuals while building strong partnerships with residents, businesses, and community organizations.

Through proactive policing, community engagement, and a commitment to excellence, the Donna Police Department strives to create a safe environment where families can live, work, and thrive.

Message from the Chief

Welcome to the official webpage of the Donna Police Department.

It is both an honor and a privilege to serve the citizens of Donna as Chief of Police. Our department is committed to providing professional, responsive, and community-oriented policing services that protect the lives, property, and rights of every individual within our city.

The men and women of the Donna Police Department work each day diligently to uphold the law while treating every member of our community with dignity, fairness, and respect. Policing today requires not only enforcing the law but also strong partnerships with the community we serve.

Transparency and accountability remain core principles of our organization. We are committed to maintaining open communication with the community and ensuring that our department operates with the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

On behalf of the dedicated men and women of the Donna Police Department, thank you for your continued support and partnership.

Chief Gilbert Guerrero
 Chief of Police
 Donna Police Department

About the Chief

Chief Gilbert Guerrero has more than 35 years of law enforcement experience and currently serves as the Chief of Police for the City of Donna, Texas.

Chief Guerrero began his law enforcement career in 1991 after graduating from the Lower Rio Grande Valley Regional Police Academy in San Benito, Texas. He initially served with the Alamo Police Department before joining the Pharr Police Department in 1993.

During his tenure with the Pharr Police Department, Chief Guerrero held several key positions, including Patrol Officer, Criminal Investigator, Patrol Sergeant, Investigations Sergeant, Internal Affairs Sergeant, and Lieutenant.

After retiring from the Pharr Police Department in 2011, Chief Guerrero joined the Texas Attorney General’s Office as a Sergeant Special Crimes Investigator assigned to Laredo, Texas, where he investigated money laundering activities connected to drug trafficking organizations operating along the Texas–Mexico border.

In March 2018, Chief Guerrero was appointed Chief of Police for the City of Donna, where he continues to lead the department with a strong emphasis on professionalism, officer development, community engagement, and modern policing strategies.

Chief Guerrero holds a Master Peace Officer License issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). He completed the Texas Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas (LEMIT) Leadership Command College. He is currently attending the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Certified Public Manager (CPM) Program. He is also pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Leadership at South Texas College.

Department Quick Facts

• Chief of Police: Gilbert Guerrero
• Divisions: Administration, Patrol, Criminal Investigations, Communications (911 Dispatch), Records
• Patrol Officers: 20
• Patrol Sergeants: 5
• Patrol Corporals: 4
• Criminal Investigators / Detectives: 7
• Communications Officers: 5
• Police services are provided 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

Administration Division

The Administration Division provides leadership, strategic planning, and operational oversight for the Donna Police Department.

Division personnel oversee departmental policies, budgeting, personnel management, training initiatives, and long-term strategic planning.

• Chief of Police
• Chief’s Secretary
• Captain
• Lieutenant

Patrol Division

The Patrol Division is the largest and most visible division within the Donna Police Department and serves as the frontline of public safety operations.

• 1 Lieutenant (Patrol Commander)
• 5 Patrol Sergeants
• 4 Patrol Corporals
• 20 Patrol Officers

Communications Division (911 Dispatch)

The Communications Division serves as the central hub for emergency communications within the City of Donna.

• Receive and prioritize 911 emergency calls
• Dispatch police, fire, and EMS units
• Monitor officer safety and status in the field
• Coordinate emergency responses between agencies

Criminal Investigations Division

The Criminal Investigations Division conducts follow-up investigations into criminal offenses occurring within the City of Donna.

• 1 Lieutenant (Division Commander)
• 7 Criminal Investigators / Detectives
• Three detectives assigned to regional or federal task forces
• Four detectives assigned to general criminal investigations

Community Policing Programs

The Donna Police Department promotes strong partnerships with the community through outreach and engagement initiatives that build trust and cooperation.

Crime Victim Liaison

The Crime Victim Liaison assists crime victims by providing information, support, and referrals to available services and resources.

Records Division

The Records Division maintains official police documentation and processes public records requests in accordance with the Texas Public Information Act.

Crime Prevention Programs

The Donna Police Department promotes crime prevention through education, outreach, and partnership with the community.

Recruitment & Careers

The Donna Police Department seeks qualified individuals committed to serving the community with professionalism and integrity.

• Police Officer
• Criminal Investigator
• Communications Officer (911 Dispatcher)
• Administrative Support Staff