The Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office recently recognized several deputies, detention personnel, civilian staff, and community partners for their dedication to public safety and outstanding service during a Promotions and Awards Ceremony held June 4 at the Gus George Law Enforcement Academy.

The ceremony celebrated the achievements of employees who have distinguished themselves through leadership, professionalism, and commitment to serving Fort Bend County residents.

Six Employees Earn Promotions

Sheriff Eric Fagan announced the promotion of four deputies to the rank of sergeant and two detention employees to civilian supervisor positions.

Among those promoted was Elizabeth Martinez, who began her career with the Sheriff's Office in 2015 after graduating from the Gus George Law Enforcement Academy. Throughout her tenure, she has served in the Detention Housing Division, Inmate Processing Unit, and as a Court Bailiff. Martinez made agency history as the first female selected to the Justice Center Rifle Team and holds Advanced Peace Officer and Advanced Jailer licenses, as well as an associate degree in criminal justice.

Kenisha Brown was also promoted to sergeant. Brown began her law enforcement career in 2013 with the Houston Metropolitan Police Department, where she served as a patrol officer, field training officer, and patrol sergeant. After serving with the Fort Bend County Precinct 4 Constable's Office, she joined the Sheriff's Office in 2021. Brown has worked in both Patrol and Traffic Divisions and holds Master Peace Officer certification, advanced crash reconstruction certification, and is a certified Berla Vehicle System Forensics Analyst.

Nicholas Hall, who joined the Sheriff's Office in 2018 after graduating from the Gus George Law Enforcement Academy, was promoted to sergeant after serving in both Patrol and Detention divisions. Hall is a Master Peace Officer with more than 20 years of combined law enforcement and security experience and previously served five years in the United States Marine Corps.

Jason Bulman earned promotion to sergeant after nearly two decades of service. Bulman joined the Sheriff's Office after serving in the United States Air Force as an aircraft mechanic. During his career, he has served in the Detention Division, Patrol Division, Air Support Unit, and Toll Road Unit. In 2018, Bulman and Deputy Revis Starghill were ambushed while responding to a welfare check. Despite sustaining injuries, Bulman returned fire, moved to safety, and rendered aid. He currently serves on the Sheriff's Office Firearms Team and holds numerous advanced certifications.

The Sheriff's Office also promoted Leon E. Miles and Justin Wheeler to Detention Civilian Supervisor positions.

Miles brings more than 30 years of corrections experience, including two decades with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice before joining the Sheriff's Office in 2008. He holds the prestigious Master Correctional Officer certification.

Wheeler joined the Sheriff's Office in 2014 and has served in numerous detention operations roles, including as a Field Training Officer and member of the Special Response Team. He previously received a Sheriff's commendation for helping save an inmate's life and was among the first civilian detention officers certified on the shotgun platform.

Personnel Recognized for Lifesaving and Meritorious Service

In addition to promotions, Sheriff Fagan presented commendations recognizing employees and healthcare professionals who demonstrated exceptional courage, lifesaving actions, and meritorious service.

Recipients of the Sheriff's Commendation for Life Saving, Valor, and Meritorious Service included Grants Coordinators Dr. Tracy VanWright and Katina Scott; Sergeant Anthony Jambrik; Deputies Malcom Wyche-Ortiz, Mason Koehler, Marcus Herrera, Stephan Gee, Omar Lucio, and Gerard Argao; Civilian Officers Aaron Lopez, Dalton Perez, and Vincent Gonzalez; and Wellpath medical personnel Durelle Cardiff, Kellie Moran, Whitney Rejcek, and Jessica Arismendez.

"One of the greatest privileges of serving as Sheriff is recognizing the exceptional people who make this agency what it is," Sheriff Fagan said. "These recipients have distinguished themselves through their dedication, character, and commitment to excellence. Their service makes a difference in the lives of others, and this recognition is well deserved."

Founded in 1837, the Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office is the largest and most diverse law enforcement agency in Fort Bend County, serving one of the fastest-growing and most diverse communities in Texas.