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The official page of the Ector County Hospital District Police Department.

The mission of the ECHD PD is to enhance the safe quality of healthcare by providing professional, ethical and courteous service to our patients, staff and visitors. We will accomplish this by creating a safe and secure healing environment, dedicating ourselves to raising the level of preparedness to meet the needs of today and the challenges of tomorrow. We believe this will result in a positive and compassionate service to our community.

10/26/2026

The Ector County Hospital District Police Department extends our deepest condolences to our brothers and sisters at the Fort Worth Police Department, as well as the family and loved ones of Officer Brian Gentry.

The bond within the law enforcement family knows no distance. When a hero falls, we all mourn the loss. We stand in solidarity with the FWPD and the entire North Texas community during this incredibly difficult time.

Thank you for your faithful service and protection, Officer Gentry. Your watch is ended. Rest easy, brother

10/21/2026

END OF WATCH | DEPUTY ADAM SHERIFI

The Ector County Hospital District Police Department extends our deepest condolences to the Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office, the family of Deputy Adam Sherifi, his friends, and his fellow law enforcement officers following his passing.

The loss of a brother in law enforcement is deeply felt throughout our profession. Today, we stand united with our brothers and sisters at the Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office as they mourn the loss of one of their own.

We ask our community to keep Deputy Alsherifi’s family, friends, and colleagues in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May they find strength, comfort, and peace in the support of those around them.

Rest easy, Deputy Sherifi. Your service and sacrifice will not be forgotten. Though your watch has ended, your memory will live on in the hearts of those you served alongside.

Rest in Peace, Deputy Adam Alsherifi.
— Ector County Hospital District Police Department

10/01/2026

Standing Strong in Pink

This October, the Ector County Hospital District Police Department is proud to stand in solidarity with our community for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Throughout the entire month, you will notice a special change to our uniforms. Our dedicated police officers and security guards will be proudly wearing pink badges.

Every pink badge worn across our district is a powerful symbol of our commitment to:
🩷 Supporting the fierce fighters currently in the battle.
🩷 Admiring the resilient survivors who inspire us daily.
🩷 Honoring and remembering the loved ones we have lost.

As a healthcare-centered law enforcement agency, we see firsthand the vital importance of health, wellness, and community support. Let these badges serve as a daily reminder to our staff, patients, and visitors that early detection saves lives.

09/26/2026

💙 Remembering Sergeant Daniel Valenzuela Jr.

Today, the Ector County Hospital District Police Department honors the memory of Sergeant Daniel Valenzuela Jr., who was tragically killed alongside his father, Daniel Valenzuela Sr., and his grandmother, Andrea Iglesias Uvalle, in a devastating collision on September 26, 2021, in San Antonio, TX.

Sgt. Valenzuela was a dedicated 13-year veteran of law enforcement, spending the last seven years of his exemplary career protecting and serving our community with the ECHD Police Department. He previously served the communities of Lamesa and Crane County.

He was instrumental in all aspects of our department and to Medical Center Health System. More than an outstanding police officer who worked with the utmost integrity and professionalism, Daniel was a true friend, a phenomenal colleague, a devoted husband, and a loving father to his four children.

His loss left a profound void in our hearts and our agency, but his legacy of service, kindness, and dedication will never fade.

Please join us today in keeping the Valenzuela family in your thoughts and prayers.
We miss you, Daniel. We will never forget.

09/15/2026

On behalf of the Ector County Hospital District Police Department, I am proud to welcome Officer, Michelle Cervantes-White, back to our team.

Earlier today, I had the honor of officially swearing Officer Cervantes-White into our department. She takes this oath with a deep commitment to protecting and serving our healthcare workers, patients, and the entire Ector County community.

Joining a hospital district police department requires a unique blend of law enforcement skills and profound compassion. Officer Cervantes-White embodies these qualities perfectly, and we are fortunate to have her dedication back on our side.

Please join me in congratulating Officer Michelle Cervantes-White and welcoming her to the ECHDPD family!

Stay safe out there.
— Chief Kelly Cecil

09/11/2026

Today, the Ector County Hospital District Police Department pauses to honor the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001.

We are incredibly proud to have participated in the moving tribute ceremony hosted by the Medical Center Hospital Standing shoulder-to-shoulder with our healthcare partners and local community, we remember the 2,977 lives lost, the remarkable bravery of the first responders, and the enduring spirit of American unity.

Twenty-five years later, our mission remains strong: to serve, protect, and Never Forget. Thank you to everyone who joined us in honoring these fallen heroes.

09/10/2026

The Ector County Hospital District Police Department is incredibly proud to announce the recent achievements and outstanding actions of our personnel.

Join us in celebrating Jennifer Terrazas on her well-deserved promotion to the rank of Corporal! Corporal Terrazas has consistently demonstrated excellent leadership, dedication, and a commitment to protecting the staff, patients, and visitors of Medical Center Hospital. We look forward to seeing her thrive in this new leadership role.

We also want to recognize Corporal Melinda Gonzales and Security Guard Winter Hamilton, who were both awarded the prestigious Life Saving Award. Their swift, decisive actions and specialized crisis training directly saved a life during a critical incident. Their heroism perfectly embodies our department's mission to protect and serve Ector County with excellence.

Thank you all for your unwavering service to our community and the hospital district.

09/05/2026

Our Deepest Condolences to Odessa Fire & Rescue

The Ector County Hospital District Police Department extends our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and brothers and sisters of Firefighter Eric Handlin of Odessa Fire & Rescue following his passing.

Our hearts are with Firefighter Handlin’s loved ones and with the entire Odessa Fire & Rescue family during this difficult time. The loss of a first responder is felt deeply throughout the public safety community, and we stand beside our brothers and sisters at Odessa Fire & Rescue as you mourn the loss of one of your own.

May you find strength in the memories you shared, comfort in the support of your fellow first responders, and peace in the days ahead.

Rest easy, Firefighter Handlin. Your service, sacrifice, and dedication will not be forgotten.

End of Watch: September 4, 2026

08/07/2026

Please join us in congratulating the following members of our department on their promotions:

Danny Brookshire – Promoted to Sergeant
Joe Ramirez – Promoted to Corporal
Chris Vollmar – Promoted to Corporal

These promotions reflect their professionalism, dedication and commitment to serving our hospital, our patients, visitors, and staff. Each of these individuals has consistently demonstrated leadership and integrity that our department strives to uphold.

Congratulations, and thank you for your continued dedication to the department and the community we serve

06/29/2026

END OF WATCH: June 28, 2026

The ECHD Police Department extends its deepest condolences to our brothers and sisters at the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, Texas, following the tragic loss of Deputy Erika Serrato.

Deputy Serrato, just 24 years old, made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty early Sunday morning. While directing traffic and securing the scene of a crash on Interstate 45 North.

Deputy Serrato’s family, friends, loved ones, and the entire MCSO agency is in our thoughts and prayers during this time of profound grief. We also pray for a full and speedy recovery for the second deputy who was injured at the scene.

Your legacy will never be forgotten. Rest easy, sister.

Address

419 W. 5th Street
Odessa, TX
79761

Telephone

+14326404040

Website

https://www.mchodessa.com/patients-visitors/echd-police/

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