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Sergeant recognized for response to possible active shooter situation
On
Nov. 14, the UH Police Department received notification that
there was possibly an active shooter in the Campus Wellness and
Recreation Center. Sgt. Damian Martinez was the shift commander
at the time and immediately responded to the scene. Without
hesitation, and precisely as trained, he led a group of officers
into the building in order to identify and, if necessary,
neutralize the threat.
As Martinez and his officers entered the building, more than 100
people were exiting it. Despite the chaotic nature of the scene,
Martinez and his team remained calm and focused as they entered
the expansive and architecturally complex building. Officers
from surrounding agencies arrived and assisted the team with
clearing the building. Martinez ordered officers to activate the
building�s fire alarm system to ensure complete evacuation.
Martinez exhibited superior leadership skills during this
incident. He courageously led his officers into a potentially
dangerous situation while remaining calm and in control. Because
of his leadership efforts, nobody was hurt and no property was
damaged. Martinez ensured the safety of all individuals on
campus and handled the incident in a proficient and efficient
manner.
The UH Police Department recognized Martinez, who has been a
veteran of UHPD for more than 12 years, on Feb. 27. Police Chief
Ceaser Moore awarded him a University of Houston Police
challenge coin, which depicts the UH Police Department�s core
values of effort and respect. .
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