The Martin Police Department recently hired Patrol Officer Mike Wenz of the UTM Department of Public Safety to fill a vacancy in the patrol ranks for the city’s department.

Wenz is a 1995 graduate of Westview High School and is a sophomore at UTM. Wenz has worked as an officer for Public Safety for six years before going to work for the MPD.

“The professional training and skills obtained by Officer Wenz while serving the university will certainly enhance his ability to adjust quickly and proficiently to his new duties with our department,” said David Moore, chief of police for the MPD. “The City of Martin Police Department is pleased to have Officer Wenz as the newest addition to our force.”