SAN ANGELO, TX - Lieutenant Mike Hernandez, a 33-year veteran of the San Angelo Police Department and candidate for Police Chief hosted a meet and greet at "The Original Henry's" in San Angelo.
Hernandez is also known by his nickname "Burrito."
The gathering took place on Tuesday, Jan. 23, and provided attendees with the opportunity to personally connect with Hernandez and pose questions about his candidacy.
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Hernandez is a San Angelo native.
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After serving in the United States Marine Corps, he joined the San Angelo Police Department in 1990. He began in the Patrol Division.
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In 1993, he transferred to the Gang Unit and later worked in Narcotics.
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After achieving the rank of Sergeant in 2004, Hernandez helped launch the Special Operations Unit.
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Hernandez was promoted to Lieutenant in 2010 and led the Patrol Division until being selected to oversee the Criminal Investigation Division in 2016.
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Hernandez has been on the SWAT team for twenty years, and he was the team leader for ten of those years. He currently serves as the SAPD’s Critical Incident Commander, tasked with authorizing the SWAT and HNT teams during crisis situations.
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Hernandez has over 3400 hours of specialized training. This includes leadership training at the FBI National Academy at Quantico and a Master Peace Officer Certification from the Texas Commission of Law Enforcement Standards and Education. He has attended Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced SWAT schools.
During the meet and greet, Hernandez emphasized his mission statement: "Serving and protecting all who call with pride, professionalism, and purpose."
The event featured Pastor Ronnie Hawkins of the Christian Fellowship Church, also serving as the President of Angelo State University. Hawkins spoke highly of Hernandez, highlighting him as a "Man of God" and, more significantly, a "family man" with a commitment to service.
San Angelo LIVE! was also on the scene and had an exclusive interview with Hernandez.
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