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LPD Hosts Coffee with a Cop Event to Foster Community Ties

Marina Fatina by Marina Fatina
June 19, 2025
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LPD Hosts Coffee with a Cop Event to Foster Community Ties

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LAREDO, TEXAS — The Laredo Police Department will host a free Coffee with a Cop event, Saturday, June 21, from 8–10 a.m  Jacaman McDonalds, 2515 Jacaman Rd. Attendees can enjoy complimentary coffee, engage with officers, and receive EZ Child ID cards—all in an informal, friendly setting aimed at promoting dialogue and strengthening community relationships .

A Community-Building Initiative

This outreach program began in 2011 with the Hawthorne Police Department in California and has since spread nationwide. In Laredo, it became a monthly staple in early 2025, with the first held in January and subsequent events in February, March, and April. The initiative is crafted to break down barriers between law enforcement and the public in non-crisis, casual environments.

“The main goal … is to have conversations … on how we can better serve the community,” said Sgt. Jonathan Castillo. “The best way to progress is to involve everybody.” 

Event Impact and Community Feedback

Participants at previous Coffee with a Cop gatherings have praised the program as an effective means to voice concerns—like stray animals, street lighting, and neighborhood safety—and see tangible follow-up from law enforcement.  The presence of the elderly and cross-border visitors underscores Laredo’s diverse community engagement.

Similar Events Across Texas

  • League City hosted a Coffee with a Cop on May 16, 2025, at the Starbucks in Target, one of several for the year.
  • Seabrook Police offered coffee and conversation at Beacon Federal Credit Union on April 4, 2025.
  • Grapevine will hold its next session on June 25, 2025, at the Starbucks at 1325 William D Tate Avenue
  • Cedar Park and Denison also host regular events, inviting residents for open dialogue and community building

Why It Matters

These events cultivate better community-police relationships by allowing residents to ask questions, share concerns, and offer feedback in a relaxed atmosphere. Monthly consistency also encourages ongoing engagement, demonstrating that law enforcement is listening and responsive.

Mark Your Calendar

  • Laredo PD – Saturday, June 21, 8–10 a.m., Del Mar Restaurant (exact address via LPD communications).

  • Grapevine PD – Wednesday, June 25, 9–10:30 a.m., Starbucks (1325 William D Tate Ave.).

Across Texas, cities from Edinburg and Pharr to Baytown and Roanoke regularly host similar community coffee events. These gatherings provide a model for community outreach and proactive public safety engagement statewide.

Whether you’re a long-time resident or passing through, stop by, ask questions, or just say hello—and help keep the conversation flowing over a cup of coffee.

Marina Fatina

Marina Fatina

Part of Texas Epoch Media Group since 2012 . Graduated University of Houston with BA in Broadcast Journalism and now work as a local Houston Reporter and videographer for Texas Insider and NTD.

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