Since the late 1800’s, Brownsville’s police force has evolved with the times and been through various changes. Today, the Brownsville Police Department stands as a beacon of safety for the community and continues to innovate, grow and make progress towards a better future for the people of Brownsville. The Brownsville Police Department strives to serve and protect in partnership with the community with a servant leadership philosophy.
meet the chief of police
chief Sauceda
Currently serving as the Chief of Police for the Brownsville Police Department. He served his community as the Uniformed Services Commander and served as a traffic enforcement officer riding a motorcycle for 16 years. In 1994 he joined the department’s tactical team, where he served as the Tactical Team Commander. Chief Sauceda was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in 2008 and has served as supervisor for the patrol division, special investigative unit, property and evidence, and jail administrator. Chief Sauceda was again promoted to the rank of Lieutenant in 2016 and served as shift commander before being later assigned to Administrative Lieutenant attached to the Commander’s Office. Chief Sauceda was appointed as a Chief of Police for the City of Brownsville Police Department on April 1, 2019.
United in purpose, to serve & Protect
