El Paso County officers underwent a rigorous test of their physical stamina and psychological resilience this morning, as they tried out for spots on the sheriff’s department Special Response Team. Sheriff Oscar Ugarte reported on the day’s events, noting that the tryouts drew participants from the Downtown Detention Facility and the Jail Annex. The exercises were designed to evaluate candidates on crucial attributes such as endurance, teamwork, and mental fortitude.
In a display of solidarity and strength, officers stepped up to the plate, each eager to prove their capacity to handle the…..