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McKinney honors officer who shifted to training after career‑ending injury
Summary
The McKinney Police Department recognized Alex Bill A Pondo, who suffered a career‑ending injury in May 2024 but continued public service by moving into training and leading class 26 of the Basic Police Officer Course, graduating 20 recruits on May 1, 2026.
The city recognized Alex Bill A Pondo for transitioning from patrol work to a training role after a career‑ending injury while on duty. The department described Pondo’s decision to remain in public service and to train new officers as a demonstration of resilience and commitment.
The police chief (speaker 2) summarized Pondo’s background: Pondo joined the McKinney Police Department in October 2021 after eight years as a California officer and sustained a career‑ending injury on 05/23/2024 while responding to a call on Highway 380 in Red Bud. “Rather than stepping away from public service, Alex chose to continue serving the McKinney Police Department, the city of McKinney and the law enforcement profession by developing future officers,” the chief said.
Staff noted that in May 2025 Pondo transitioned into the training unit, later becoming the academy coordinator for BPOC 26; his leadership helped graduate 20 new officers on 05/01/2026. Council members and regional police chiefs who attended praised his mentorship and professionalism.
