Police Misconduct Records and Files on Brenham Officers
Records and Information On Brenham Police Officers
Lee County Sheriff Garrett Christian Durrenberger Has Lost Drivers License After DWI
Giddings, Texas – Sheriff Garrett Durrenberger Lee County Sheriff was found passed out in his personal vehicle. The Sheriff Durrenberger admitted to having four beers.
Sheriff Durrenberger has no driver’s license and now faces a transportation problem to fulfill his duties as sheriff.
Home Depot and Lowe’s in Brenham Texas are running a mass surveillance on their customers
Brenham, Texas – “What we’re learning is that two of the country’s most popular home improvement stores are contributing to the massive surveillance dragnet coordinated by Flock Safety. Do customers know that these stores are collecting their data and sharing indiscriminately? Probably not. Have these companies given thought to how this data might put their customers in danger, whether it’s cops stalking their exes or aggressive ICE agents targeting yard workers? Probably not. If these companies want customers to feel safe in their homes, then they should make sure they’re also safe where they buy their supplies.”
Ex-police Chief Lloyd Powell was reprimanded after he hired a criminal as an officer in Brenham
Brenham, Texas — A state investigation has led to formal disciplinary action against the city’s top law enforcement official, raising concerns about hiring practices within the Brenham Police Department.
Police Chief Lloyd Powell was issued a reprimand after the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) concluded that he failed to complete a required background check before hiring a new officer. The investigation further revealed that the individual brought onto the force had a prior criminal conviction, making them legally ineligible to serve as a peace officer under state standards.
According to the findings, Powell’s decision resulted in the appointment of a person who did not meet the qualifications necessary for law enforcement certification in Texas. Background checks are a mandatory safeguard designed to ensure that only eligible and properly vetted individuals are granted the authority and responsibilities of policing.
While the reprimand is considered a lower-level disciplinary action, it formally documents the violation and places it on record. The case highlights the importance of strict compliance with hiring protocols, particularly in positions that carry significant public trust and legal authority.
As a result, Powell was required to complete TCOLE’s comprehensive Background Investigation course. As the appointing authority, Powell was ultimately responsible for both the background investigation and the hiring decision.
Update: Internal Affairs records have been released to the public regarding Officer Tiffany Anderson and Officer Torres ‘ sex activities while on duty
Brenham, Texas – Brenham Police Department Officer Torres was terminated for lying during the police investigation of the relationship between him and supervisor Sgt. Tiffany Anderson.
Officer Torres was going to his supervisor’s house at 4 in the morning while on duty. If Officer Anderson were Torres’ supervisor, why did she let it continue?
Officer Anderson and Torres both admitted to deleting text messages from the city of Brenham’s work phones in hopes of not getting caught.
Two Brenham police officers were cleared of allegations involving an improper relationship
The officers were cleared due to a lack of evidence, though one officer was later fired for unrelated issues
The day after Christmas last year, a complaint was filed alleging an improper affair between Brenham Police Sergeant Tiffany Anderson and Officer Ramone Torres, who worked under Anderson’s supervision. The complaint claimed the alleged relationship had been ongoing for nearly a year.
Following the allegation, both Anderson and Torres were placed on a two-week paid administrative leave while the department conducted an internal investigation. After nearly a month-long review, Brenham Police Chief Gary Boshears concluded there was no evidence to substantiate the claim of an improper relationship between the two officers.
Carey Counsil was arrested months after a Jeep crash, after allegations of favoritism from the Sheriff’s Department
Brenham, Texas -Carey Allen Council, a Blinn Professor, was booked into jail on charges of Criminal Trespass of a Habitation/Shelter, False Statement to a Peace Officer/Law Enforcement, and Assault Causing Bodily Injury to a Family Member.
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The truth about why Officer Ronnie Jackson resigned from the College Station Police Department
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The reason Officer Ronnie Jackson left the College Station Police Department was that he was having some personal issues in his “mind.” He seemed to be struggling and forgetting police equipment at home, including his gun. Jackson was questioned about leaving these items at home. Jackson indicated he was distracted because his sister was in the hospital. Jackson also mentioned that he needed to take his grandmother to the hospital to be with her.
The department decided to give him some time off so he could sort through his personal needs and return to focus on success. While Officer Jackson was off, his supervisor went up to the hospital to take his sister a card from the police department. When the supervisor arrived, he was told that Jackson’s sister had been discharged a week earlier. His superiors questioned Jackson about this, and Jackson fumbled through the story, consistently communicating it to others.
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Speculation on why Officer Jackson would not want the Brenham PD to call his former employer before he was hired
On his application, Jackson specifically requested that the department not contact the College Station PD as a reference. Such a request is highly unusual in law enforcement hiring, where reference and background checks from previous agencies are routine and expected. The decision raises questions about Jackson’s separation from College Station PD and what feedback that department might have provided.
Jackson listed his reason for leaving College Station PD as being “unhappy with his supervisors,” a vague explanation that leaves much to interpretation. The lack of detail makes it unclear whether the departure was voluntary or related to performance or disciplinary issues.
Sex Discrimination and Retaliation Allegations in Police Department Lawsuit
Brenham Police Department – Officer Tiffany Anderson worked at the Wichita Police Department for 7 years without trouble from her male colleagues. Officer Anderson was accused of several things by the department, including a hit-and-run she was allegedly involved in.
Anderson claimed that she had been treated unfairly due to her being a woman. Officer Anderson then used the vagina card and cried discrimination against the department, resigned, and then sued the department. The judge threw out her case.
It’s hard to know who to believe, because it’s a proven fact that all police officers lie.
Deputy Rumke accidentally discharged His Gun
Brenham, Texas – Washington County Deputy Resigns After Leaving Inmate in Hot Van and Accidental Firearm Discharge.
COURTHOUSE-IAD-2025-003_Redacted-10.23.25-5More records here: Washington County Sheriff’s Department
Washington County Sheriff’s Department Sued Over Inmate Suicide
Brenham, Texas – A federal lawsuit filed February 12 in Austin alleges that Washington County and the Washington County Sheriff’s Department violated the constitutional rights of Cameron Pritchett, a 31-year-old man who died by suicide while detained at the Washington County Jail in 2019. The lawsuit, filed by Pritchett’s family, claims jail officials failed to provide adequate medical and mental health care and did not take appropriate steps to protect him despite allegedly knowing of his serious mental health conditions and heightened suicide risk.
Lee County Sheriff Arrested on DWI Charge
Garrett Christian Durrenberger, the sheriff of Lee County, was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated.
Joseph Merkley, the safety coordinator with Brenham ISD, admits he sexually harassed a woman
Now working around children at Brenham ISD, Officer Joseph Merkley admits to sexually harassing a woman.
During the investigation of sexual harassment. Officer Merkley told the chief that he was a victim of sexual harassment.
Merkley acknowledged that it was he who was making inappropriate comments of a sexual nature to a woman.
Merkley said that he had destroyed all text messages and emails to cover his ass. Destroying government records is a crime.
Ex-officer Merkley is now a coordinator of safety and security officer at the Brenham school district.
Brenham-Merkley-sexDant Lange Left The Department Due To Misconduct
Breham, Texas – Officer Dant Lange was with the Brenham PD for over 20 years
What are the reasons Dant Lange no longer serves and protects the citizens? Abusive, inconsiderate, and inflammatory language toward a civilian – loss of police property.
There was an incident in 2021 where he failed to take appropriate action during a traffic stop involving a driver openly admitting to having marijuana, failure to obey a direct order by the chief, interference with several criminal cases, policy violations, including harassment and creating a hostile work environment, and racial profiling.
Complaints filed against Brenham officers
Brenham-6Complaints filed on Brenham officers’ sexual harassment, illegal searches, privacy policy, official misconduct, and more!
David Dudenhoeffer shows his big balls to a female officer
Officer Dudenhoeffer was traveling to a training class with a female officer. While on the way to the training class, Dudenhoeffer exposed himself and said he had big balls and asked the female officer if she wanted to touch them.
Emil “Trey” Gully sexually harassed female officers for decades
Sexually harassing female officers.
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The City of Brenham dislikes people with disabilities working for the city
Brenham, Texas – Officer L.V. (name withheld) joined the Brenham PD after completing 752 hours of training.
Shortly after beginning service, Officer L.V. alleged discrimination by the City of Brenham and the Brenham PD under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
After serving 134 days as a Brenham officer, Officer L.V. filed a lawsuit against the city. Taxpayers paid $$$!
Deputy Involved in Accidental Discharge at Sheriff’s Office
Deputy Billy Ruemke accidentally discharged their weapon inside the sheriff’s office. Holleway said the incident occurred in a secure area and only resulted in property damage.
Ruemke received discipline in the form of time off without pay, scheduled for remedial training. Holleway said instances of this nature typically carry a suspension of two to three days, adding that the employee has completed that suspension.
With a 45-year career in law enforcement, Ruemke wasn’t able to handle a firearm safely. Ruemke ended up resigning.
Brenham Police officers had to retake a class on the U.S. Constitution
The Brenham Police Department recently held a mandatory training session on the U.S. Constitution for all officers following internal assessments that found some officers lacked a sufficient understanding of constitutional principles.
According to the department, the initiative underscores its commitment to upholding constitutional protections—such as due process, search-and-seizure rules, and free speech and assembly rights—while conducting law-enforcement activities. The training aims to reduce risks of civil rights violations and enhance public trust.
The City of Brenham Faces Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit
Brenham Texas – The suit alleges violations of the First and Fourth Amendments, including claims of retaliation, all reportedly captured on video.
Sources indicate that former Chief Lloyd Powell has admitted to aspects of the allegations following the release of a video that surfaced.
An investigation by the Texas Rangers reportedly confirmed both the civil rights violations and multiple breaches of the Brenham departmental policy. Their findings also state that former Chief Powell failed to hold his officers accountable for their actions.
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