🌱 Former Police Officer Found Dead + Teens Injured While Trespassing

Welcome back, Cedar Park-Leander! Elaine here in your inbox this morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town. Today you'll find these stories and more...

• Cedar Park Police officer's death under investigation.
• Teens injured while trespassing on private property.
• Last weekend's storms started some fires.

But first, today's weather: A couple of thunderstorms. High: 80 Low: 64.

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Here are the top stories in Cedar Park-Leander today:)

1. The Killeen Police Department is actively investigating the death of former Cedar Park officer, Keco Motton. Motton was found dead at a residence in Killeen, with no further details available. He was under investigation for a reported sexual abuse case earlier this month. "A 'Walk of Honor' to donate his organs was scheduled for Sunday afternoon at Baylor, Scott and White Hospital in Temple." Read more at The Killeen Daily Herald.
2. Two teenagers were rescued in Cedar Park after falling and getting injured on private property. Cedar Park Fire Department received a call for this emergency and found them, with one having a broken leg. Both teens were last mentioned getting treated at a hospital. "The fire department warned that trespassing on private property can result in criminal trespass warnings or charges, or in this case, severe injury." The full story is at FOX 29.
3. Lightning strikes over the weekend caused several fires. The Austin Fire Department assisted putting out fires throughout North Austin, one doing significant electrical damage to a home, displacing two adults. They also helped with a fire in Cedar Park. For more details, visit KEYE TV CBS Austin.

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Today in Cedar Park-Leander:

• T-Mobile Tuesdays: Get Delighted Every Week (8:30 AM)
• Storytime at Cedar Park Public Library (9:45 AM)
• Sensory Cinema at Cedar Park Public Library (6:30 PM)
• Addressing the Societal Pressures for Today's Modern Kids at Cedar Park Recreation Center (6:30 PM)
• College Planning and Financial Aid Webinar (7 PM)

From my notebook:

• Mark your calendars! "As summer kicks off, mark the calendar with these local events in May and June. From festivals to markets to a Juneteenth celebration, local organizations are hosting a variety of family-friendly activities." (Community Impact Newsletter)
• Celebrating our local police officers: "During National Police Week we recognize all our brothers and sisters in law enforcement who have made the ultimate sacrifice to keep us safe! CPPD honors our fallen heroes today and every day. May all their sacrifices never be forgotten." (Cedar Park Police Department via Facebook)
• This month's theme: "Let’s keep spreading the word about #BuildingSafetyMonth2023! Week 3 is all about making sure your community is prepared for fires, floods, hurricanes, tornados and more." (Cedar Park, Texas government via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday. I'll see you around!

— Elaine Thompson

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