Brooks County Sheriff's Office

04/18/2026

On behalf of the Sheriff’s Office, I want to take a moment to recognize and thank our incredible dispatchers during this special week. Your dedication, professionalism, and calm under pressure are the foundation of our operations.

You are the unseen heroes who answer every call, provide critical support, and help keep our deputies, police officers, firefighters, and the entire community safe.

I would also like to extend my sincere appreciation to everyone who took the time to make this week special for our dispatchers. Your thoughtful gestures, support, and recognition mean more than words can express. It is a true reflection of the respect and gratitude we all share for the vital role our dispatchers play each and every day.

To our dispatchers—thank you for your commitment, your strength, and your unwavering service. And to those who helped celebrate them—thank you for showing them just how valued they are.

Respectfully,
Sheriff Benny Martinez

04/05/2026

✝️ He is Risen! ✝️

Today we celebrate the resurrection of our Savior, Jesus Christ.
May His sacrifice and His victory over the grave fill your hearts with hope, peace, and renewed faith.

From Sheriff Benny Martinez and the Brooks County Sheriff’s Office, we wish you and your families a blessed and safe Easter Sunday.

May God continue to watch over our community today and always. ✝️🌅

03/28/2026

🚨 FOUND HORSES – EAST TRAVIS ROAD🚨
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The Brooks County Sheriff’s Office has located two horses along East Travis Road and is seeking to identify the owner.

If you have information or believe these animals may belong to you, please contact the Brooks County Sheriff’s Office at 361-325-3696, ext.500

03/23/2026

🚨 Public Notice – Found Livestock 🚨

A white cow has been found on County Road 1418.

If you have any information or believe this may be your livestock, please contact the Sheriff’s Office at 361-325-3696 ext. 500.

03/19/2026

03/16/2026

⚠️ Power Outage Notice

AEP has been notified of the power outage affecting parts of the county. The estimated time for power to be restored is approximately 5:30 AM.

Please do not call 911 regarding the power outage.

Only call 911 if you have an emergency, so lines remain open for those who truly need immediate assistance.

Thank you for your patience and understanding

03/13/2026

🚨PUBLIC NOTICE🚨

The Brooks County Sheriff’s Office have secured and found cattle on County Road 1418.

Anyone with information regarding ownership of these animals is asked to contact the Brooks County Sheriff’s Office at
361-325-3696, ext. 500.

Your cooperation is appreciated.

03/12/2026

The Brooks County Sheriff’s Office would like to congratulate Deputy Nicholas Guerrero on being offered a position as a Deputy U.S. Marshal in Washington, D.C. 🇺🇸

Deputy Guerrero will soon be attending training in Glynco, Georgia, as he begins this exciting new chapter in his law enforcement career. While we are proud to see one of our own achieve such an incredible opportunity, he will always be part of the Brooks County Sheriff’s Office family.

We thank Deputy Guerrero for his dedication and service to the citizens of Brooks County and wish him the very best as he continues to serve and protect at the federal level.

Congratulations, Deputy Guerrero! ⭐👮‍♂️

01/28/2026

Best of luck to the Falfurrias High School & Junior High teams as they head to Nationals in Florida!🏆

Sheriff Benny Martinez and the entire staff of the Brooks County Sheriff’s Office are proud to support you 100%. Your hard work, dedication, and determination truly represent our community with pride.

Go show them what Falfurrias is made of! 💚🤍👏

01/16/2026

Sheriff Benny Martinez and the Brooks County Sheriff’s Office are proud to support the Falfurrias Jr. High Cheerleaders. We wish these young ladies safe travels and great success as they compete at Nationals in Florida. Your community is behind you. 💙📣

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Sheriff Benny Martinez and the Brooks County Sheriff’s Department for their generous $500 donation to our Falfurrias Jr. High Cheerleaders. We are truly grateful for their support and belief in our girls. This contribution will go a long way in helping our team as they prepare to travel to nationals in Florida at the end of the month. It means so much to our cheerleaders to know they have the encouragement of their community behind them, and we sincerely appreciate this kindness and generosity!

01/09/2026

💙🚓 Law Enforcement Appreciation Day 🚓💙

Today, we honor and thank our deputies and all law enforcement officers who faithfully serve and protect our community. Your dedication, courage, and commitment mean more than words can express.

📖 “The Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.”
— Psalm 121:8

May God’s protection be with you always. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. We appreciate you today and every day