Midland Crime Stoppers Honors Law Enforcement at Annual Banquet

Awards recognize exceptional service by officers from MPD, MISD, DPS, U.S. Marshals, Sheriff's Office, and Fire Department

Jan. 29, 2026 at 6:31pm

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The 42nd annual Midland Crime Stoppers Banquet on Thursday honored several law enforcement personnel for their exceptional service, including officers from the Midland Police Department, Midland ISD Police Department, Texas Department of Public Safety, U.S. Marshals Service, Midland County Sheriff's Office, and Midland Fire Department.

Why it matters

The annual Midland Crime Stoppers Banquet is an important event that recognizes the hard work and dedication of local law enforcement officers who go above and beyond to serve their community. These awards highlight the critical role that police, deputies, troopers, and other first responders play in keeping Midland safe and addressing crime in the region.

The details

The award recipients were honored for a variety of actions, including leading investigations, making arrests, providing medical support during high-risk operations, and building strong partnerships across agencies. Their efforts led to the identification and apprehension of suspects, the seizure of stolen property, and the prevention of potentially tragic incidents.

  • The 42nd annual Midland Crime Stoppers Banquet was held on Thursday, January 29, 2026.
  • In October 2025, Investigator Sean Enloe of the Midland County Sheriff's Office led an investigation into a diesel theft case that uncovered a larger criminal operation.
  • On November 13, 2025, Cpl. Ismir Cortinas and Officer Thomas Rallo of the Midland ISD Police Department identified an expelled student carrying a loaded weapon on the Midland High School campus.
  • In 2025, Acting Supervisory Deputy U.S. Marshal Matthew Lange assisted or led in the arrest of 333 violent individuals wanted for serious crimes.
  • In March 2026, Lange will take on a new role as judicial security inspector for the North District of Texas.

The players

Ethan Hotz

An officer with the Midland Police Department who went above and beyond in a forgery investigation, helping to identify and locate the suspect.

Ismir Cortinas

A corporal with the Midland ISD Police Department who, along with Officer Thomas Rallo, identified an expelled student carrying a loaded weapon on campus and prevented a potentially tragic situation.

Thomas Rallo

An officer with the Midland ISD Police Department who, along with Cpl. Ismir Cortinas, identified an expelled student carrying a loaded weapon on campus and prevented a potentially tragic situation.

Erin Spence

A trooper with the Texas Department of Public Safety who has led Midland County in DWI enforcement and criminal arrests, and has handled some of the most challenging cases with professionalism and empathy.

Matthew Lange

The acting supervisory deputy U.S. marshal for the Midland-Odessa Division of the U.S. Marshals Service, who assisted or led in the arrest of 333 violent individuals in 2025 and will soon take on a new role as judicial security inspector for the North District of Texas.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.