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The Harlingen Police Department recently held a promotional ceremony to officially recognize Officer Yesenia Vega on her promotion to the rank of Sergeant.
Sgt. Vega began her career with the Harlingen Police Department in April 2015 after earning a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Since joining the department, she has served in several roles of increasing responsibility, gaining experience in both patrol and investigative assignments.
During her career, Sgt. Vega worked as a Field Training Officer, where she helped mentor and prepare new officers entering the department. She later served as a Corporal and was assigned as a Detective in the Crimes Against Persons Unit, followed by service in the Major Crimes Unit. In those roles, she worked on complex investigations and played a key role in cases involving serious offenses.
Department leadership said Sgt. Vega’s experience and performance demonstrated her readiness for promotion. Officials noted that her work ethic, professionalism, and ability to lead made her a strong candidate to take on greater responsibility within the department.
Sgt. Vega has now been assigned to the Patrol Division, where her law enforcement career began. In her new role, she will help guide daily patrol operations while mentoring and developing future officers, detectives, and supervisors.
The department recognized her promotion as a reflection of her commitment to public service and dedication to the Harlingen community. Colleagues who have worked alongside her described her as prepared for leadership and well suited to support the department’s mission.
The Harlingen Police Department congratulated Sgt. Vega on her promotion and expressed confidence in her continued service as she begins her new assignment.
