Southlake, Texas, December 2, 2025
An off-duty police officer from Southlake, Garrett Lisle, has been arrested on charges of continuous family violence and has been placed on administrative leave. The Southlake Police Department is conducting an internal investigation into the allegations. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about trust in local law enforcement, especially following a related case involving a former youth basketball coach. The community has been urged to provide any information related to these cases as the investigations continue.
Southlake, Texas
Off-duty Southlake police officer arrested on family violence charges
Garrett Lisle, 28, faces continuous family violence charges; placed on administrative leave pending investigation.
Southlake, Texas – An off-duty Southlake police officer, Garrett Lisle, 28, was arrested on November 24, 2025, by the Kennedale Police Department on charges of continuous family violence. Lisle has been placed on administrative leave pending an internal investigation by the Southlake Police Department. The department emphasized its commitment to high standards and stated it would conduct a comprehensive review of the allegations. As of December 1, 2025, Lisle was no longer in the Tarrant County jail, according to jail records. No further details about the incident have been released.
Background
Continuous family violence charges in Texas involve repeated acts of violence against a family member, which can lead to severe legal consequences. The Southlake Police Department has a history of addressing serious allegations, including a recent case in February 2025, where a former youth basketball coach was arrested on charges of indecency with a child.
Related Incidents
In February 2025, Southlake police arrested Mitchell Joseph Allan, 28, on charges of indecency with a child while he was employed as a coach for a private basketball program. Allan was taken into custody on February 1, 2025, by the Elm Ridge Police Department and subsequently booked into Denton County Jail. The arrest followed the issuance of warrants three days prior, stemming from reported abuse incidents that allegedly occurred while Allan was coaching for a private basketball program.
Community Response
The Southlake community has expressed concern over these incidents, emphasizing the importance of trust in local law enforcement and community programs. The Southlake Police Department has urged anyone with information related to these cases to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigations.
Conclusion
The arrest of Officer Garrett Lisle underscores the Southlake Police Department’s commitment to upholding the law and maintaining public trust. The department continues to investigate the allegations thoroughly and has placed Lisle on administrative leave pending the outcome of the internal review.
FAQ
- What charges is Garrett Lisle facing?
- Garrett Lisle, 28, was arrested on November 24, 2025, by the Kennedale Police Department on charges of continuous family violence.
- What is the Southlake Police Department’s response to the arrest?
- The Southlake Police Department has placed Lisle on administrative leave pending an internal investigation and emphasized its commitment to high standards and a comprehensive review of the allegations.
- Have there been other similar incidents in Southlake?
- Yes, in February 2025, Southlake police arrested Mitchell Joseph Allan, 28, on charges of indecency with a child while he was employed as a coach for a private basketball program.
- How is the community reacting to these incidents?
- The Southlake community has expressed concern over these incidents, emphasizing the importance of trust in local law enforcement and community programs. The Southlake Police Department has urged anyone with information related to these cases to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigations.
- What is the current status of Officer Lisle?
- As of December 1, 2025, Lisle was no longer in the Tarrant County jail, according to jail records. The Southlake Police Department continues to investigate the allegations thoroughly and has placed Lisle on administrative leave pending the outcome of the internal review.
Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Incident | Off-duty Southlake police officer arrested on family violence charges |
| Officer’s Name | Garrett Lisle, 28 |
| Arrest Date | November 24, 2025 |
| Arresting Agency | Kennedale Police Department |
| Charges | Continuous family violence |
| Current Status | Placed on administrative leave pending internal investigation |
| Community Response | Expressed concern; urged individuals with information to come forward |
| Related Incident | February 2025 arrest of Mitchell Joseph Allan on charges of indecency with a child |
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