What does a blue alert mean?

Blue Alerts notify the public about suspects wanted for harming law enforcement officers

These alerts are issued when an officer is killed or seriously injured.

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The suspect must pose a serious threat to public safety or other officers

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Blue Alerts include detailed descriptions of the suspect and their vehicle

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The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) manages the activation of Blue Alerts

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Blue Alerts notify the public about suspects wanted for harming law enforcement officers

These alerts are issued when an officer is killed or seriously injured.

The suspect must pose a serious threat to public safety or other officers

Blue Alerts include detailed descriptions of the suspect and their vehicle

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) manages the activation of Blue Alerts

Alerts are sent to phones and broadcast across the state to help locate suspects

Similar to AMBER and Silver Alerts, Blue Alerts prioritize public safety

Blue Alerts aim to quickly inform the public and protect communities from dangerous individuals