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Odessa officer Mike Gerke becomes chief of police
Brenham native Mike Gerke rose through Odessa Police Department ranks from patrolman to deputy chief before being named chief. He emphasizes patrol backbone, humane policing, mental health training, and open leadership with 182 officers. He recalls early freedom of solo patrols and stresses empathy for victims and quick crime resolution.
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OPD
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Brenham
Fred
Tommy
Calvin
Reeves County
Jennifer
Patricia
Odessa College
Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls
Tarleton State University
Odessa Professional Police Officers Association
Ector County Medical Examiner's
Chuck Mead
Mike
Moad
Internal Affairs
Ment
Calvin Gerke
Barstow
Chris Phillips
Nipco Oilfield Coating Company
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