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La Porte Police Department celebrates employee accomplishments, welcomes new employees, and recognizes promotions!
In step with the agency’s tradition of positive employee recognition, the La Porte Police Department hosted an employee accomplishment and recognition ceremony on the afternoon of April 21, 2022.
Jailer Lucero "Lucy" Cuevas, Telecommunicator Bianca Gil, and Telecommunicator Sylvia Ochoa were welcomed to the department.
Telecommunicator Ruthsheta Bernard and Telecommunicator Christian Calhoun were awarded a Chief's Letter of Commendation for demonstrating excellence and going above the call of duty. While on duty they received the report of a missing juvenile. At the end of their shift, both Telecommunicators responded to the scene, wore reflective vests, and took a portable radio in order to assist with searching for the juvenile. The juvenile was later located at his residence.
Officer Martin Dornelly received a Life-Saving award for recognition of a severe bleed and proper placement of a tourniquet on a patient's leg.
Officer Jason Ellis and Officer Cameron Alt received a Life-Saving award for saving the life of a female who was threatening to jump from the Fred Hartman Bridge.
Employee of the Quarter Awards:
3rd Quarter 2021 - Assistant Chief Bennie Boles
3rd Quarter 2021 - Sergeant Brion Boznango
1st Quarter 2022 - Officer Cameron Alt
1st Quarter 2022 - Officer James Ellis
Officer Cedric Rodriguez, Officer Steven Guerrero, Officer Lee Pinon, Officer Brett Rice, and Officer Carley Lee was sworn in as new officers.
Promotions:
Lt. Bennie Boles was promoted and sworn in as Assistant Chief
Sgt. Scott Pullig was promoted and sworn in as Lieutenant
Officer Barrence Rodgers was promoted and sworn in as Sergeant
La Porte Police Department’s commitment to both its new and existing members, as well as its ongoing dedication to providing a high level of service for the La Porte community, remains unmistakably evident. The department believes that service manifests itself through the hiring of the best people available and then by outfitting those people with proper training, equipment, support, and guidance. The final step is to recognize employees for their extraordinary efforts and highlight their value. Area residents are encouraged to join the police department by taking the time to congratulate the listed employees and citizens on their dedication.
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