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City of Terrell Hills

Terrell Hills is a suburban community off the Old Austin Highway five miles northeast of downtown San Antonio in central Bexar County. The community was named for Frederick Terrell, who promoted the area as a residential addition in the late 1920s. One business and a population of 1,236 were reported there in 1930. Learn more about our history...

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Here to Serve Terrell Hills

John B. Low

City Mayor

John B. Low has lived in Terrell Hills since 1992. He has served as Mayor since 2020 and on City Council for 6 years prior to that. In addition, John served on the Board of Adjustment and the Planning and Zoning Committee of Terrell Hills. He also served for 5 years on the Alamo Heights School Foundation Board. Professionally, he is the managing partner of the Law Offices of John B. Low, PC, a transactional law firm. John is married to Rhonda Brannan and has 3 children, Blakely, Madeline and Robert and one granddaughter Erin.

City Council

Roger Mangum

Chief of Police

Chief Roger Mangum has been a Texas Peace Officer for 40 years. He is a San Antonio native, growing up in the Woodlawn Lake area. After serving in the United States Air Force Reserves as a Fire Protection Specialist he joined the San Antonio Police Department in 1980. Roger spent 12 years on patrol before being assigned to the SAPD Training Academy for 15 years as the Patrol Tactics and Use of Force Coordinator. After a brief retirement in 2008 he started his second career as a Terrell Hills Police Officer. Prior to his appointment as Chief he was the Patrol Commander. Chief Mangum has a Master Police Officer Certificate and is a Class 77 graduate of the Leadership Command College. He has completed the FBI-LEEDA Trilogy and the Texas Police Chief Association Developing Leadership Course among other leadership courses. He is married to his spouse Mollie, and they have a son and three daughters who have chosen a career in public service. They are the proud grandparents of four girls. Chief Mangum considers it an honor and a privilege to serve the citizens of Terrell Hills.

Police Department

Billy Knupp

Fire Chief

Chief Knupp has been with Terrell Hills for 21 Years, he came to us from Kerrville Fire department where he started his career as a Firefighter/EMT in 1993. While at Terrell Hills he has risen through the ranks from Firefighter/Paramedic to Fire Chief. He is a graduate of the National Fire Academy and The Texas Fire Chief’s Academy. Billy is married to Maggi and they have three boys Kamdon, Conner and Kinsey.

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News & Notices

Holiday PSA from the THPD

A Holiday Reminder From the Terrell Hills Police Department.

As the Christmas Holiday rapidly approaches, we encourage the residents to consider the following crime deterrent tips:

Do not leave valuables in plain view inside your vehicle. Ideally it would be helpful to take valuables out of your vehicle and lock the vehicle however, if this is not possible or you elect not to, at the very least hide items from direct observation and secure the vehicle as best you can.

It you have door cameras or other popular surveillance cameras ensure that they are functioning and monitor them when you get alerts. You may see suspicious activity through them and be able to quickly notify the police.

If you have deliveries coming to your residence you may seek the help of trusted neighbors to take packages and hold them for you if you are away.

Many vendor websites allow you to specify delivery instructions when placing an order. It you have this option consider leaving specific instructions to place the packages in a location not visible from the street.

As always, notify the police immediately if you observe anything suspicious.

Written by Billy Knupp
11, Dec 2020

Public Service Announcement

Terrell Hills Police Department - PSA

On Monday 12/07/2020, at 10:15 PM, officers were dispatched to the 300 blk. of Terrell Rd. for a robbery of an individual. The victim was walking in the 300 blk. of Terrell Rd. when he was approached by two subjects who tried to start a conversation. The victim crossed the street to maintain social distance when the subjects followed him and forcibly demanded his property. The victim was physically assaulted during the process and his property taken. The subjects fled on foot.

The Terrell Hills Police Department is actively investigating leads at this time.

While this appears to be an isolated incident, residents are reminded to stay vigilant and alert while walking, especially after dark.

Jog or walk with a friend or friends. There tends to be safety in numbers.
Leave word. Tell somebody or leave a note at home about where you plan to go and how long you plan to be out. That way your loved ones will know to come look for you if needed.
Avoid secluded areas, especially at night. If you’re out and about after dark, stick to well-lit and populated areas. Carry a flashlight or other illumination.
Always carry proper ID and your cell phone. You never know when you may need to call for help in the event of an emergency for you or another. Your ID will provide first responders with your name and address and other identifiers in case you are incapacitated.
Stay alert if using headphones, cell phones, etc. They can be distracting, and you may not identify problems or dangers that are coming your way. Visually assess your surroundings frequently.

· Report suspicious activity immediately. If you’re ever approached by someone who makes you feel unsafe or otherwise find yourself in a situation that makes you feel uncomfortable do not hesitate to call 911 immediately.