BRENHAM POLICE OFFICERS COMMENDED FOR SERVICE

Josh Blaschke March 26, 2021

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Detective Kejan Mehlhorn-Hock (left) is presented the Chief's Commendation from Brenham Police Chief Ron Parker at Thursday's Brenham City Council Meeting. Mehlhorn-Hock also received the Prosecutor's Commendation from the Washington County District Attorney's Office for his work in a joint investigation between the Brenham Police Department and Washington County Sheriff's Office.

A pair of Brenham police officers were recognized for their contributions at Thursday’s Brenham City Council meeting.

Detective Kejan Mehlhorn-Hock received the Chief’s Commendation from Police Chief Ron Parker and the Prosecutor’s Commendation from the Washington County District Attorney’s Office for his work in an ongoing investigation between the police department and Washington County Sheriff’s Office. Meanwhile, Sergeant Jason Derrick was recognized for 25 years of service with the police department.

While not much was said on the nature of the joint investigation, Parker said the work performed throughout the case has been difficult for everyone involved.

Sergeant Jason Derrick (left) is recognized by Mayor Milton Tate and the Brenham City Council for 25 years of service with the Brenham Police Department.

Washington County Sheriff’s Sergeant Clay Bosse was also recognized for his role in the investigation during Tuesday’s Washington County Commissioners meeting.

Assistant District Attorney Lauren Haevischer said it was the work of Detective Mehlhorn-Hock, Sgt. Derrick and many other law enforcement officers that is worthy of recognition.

As part of the honors, Detective Mehlhorn-Hock was presented a certificate of recognition by Deputy District Director Leigh Linden with the office of State Representative Ben Leman.