A.D. Ibarra

-Eagle Pass

Interim Chief of Police Moses Peña informed The News Gram that two new sergeants were sworn in on Tuesday at Council Chambers.

Sergeant Amy Gonzalez and Sergeant Raul Gonzalez will have the authority to begin in their new position as early as tomorrow where they will be assigned to head squadrons of up to eleven officers who will respond directly to them.

The presentation was made by Interim Chief Moses Peña who is in charge of all patrol officers.

"Thank you very much for the support," stated Interim City Manager Gloria Barrientos, "Although more is expected of you, we're really proud of your work and all we can say is that we hope and pray you go out into the community and continue to make us proud."

City Councilman Billy Davis was fittingly emotional when he added, "Consider to think what your new responsibility is and what your new title stands for.  It's an honor to address you and the security sector here today and equally an honor to represent you on the City Council, believe me I don't take what you do lightly."

     The two sergeants were selected from a pool of 16-17 which initially applied to be considered for the second stage, a written exam which would carry a certain weight towards being selected.

        Family and friends were also on hand to witness the swearing-in of the newly appointed sergeants along with City officials.