Texas Law Enforcement Peer Network
TLEPN Vision and Mission
Vision: Our vision is to build and maintain the best state-wide Peer Network possible, and to give continuous support to the Law Enforcement Officers in the field.
Mission: Our Mission is to eliminate police suicide in the state of Texas, because even one is too many.
How Do I Participate
The Texas Law Enforcement Peer Network (TLEPN) is a state-wide program designed to give every Texas Law Enforcement Officer access
to specially trained peers to address stressors, trauma, fatigue and other needs to
combat workforce burnout and end Police suicide and self-harm. The network will train
and mentor police officer volunteers to assist their fellow officers manage stressors
both on and off the job.
- Simple to use: Download the App, get access code from MyTCOLE, select a peer from the list, and reach out for help or contact the network by phone at (972) 336-1314 or by email at TLEPN@untdallas.edu
- Completely anonymous: User information is not saved or shared. You do not even have to use your work contact info when reaching out for help.
- Cops helping Cops: The peers available are all volunteers and are trained by TCOLE standards to help when it is needed the most.
If you need immediate help, contact COPLINE.
Copline provides around the clock support to officers in crisis, both online and by phone: 1-800-COPLINE
Texas Municipal Police Association Travis Hammond speaks to the importance of a peer network in law enforcement.
TLEPN April Peer-of-the-Month
Sgt. Mario Montalvo - Killeen Police Department (TLEPN Central Region)
Sgt. Mario Montalvo has been with the Killeen Police Department since 2011, serving in multiple roles, including Spanish interpreter, TRU Crisis Negotiator, and Field Training Instructor. A lifelong Killeen resident, he first entered the criminal justice field as a Correctional Officer for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice before graduating from the Killeen Police Academy. In 2021, he was promoted to Sergeant, taking on leadership roles within the department. Most recently, he was entrusted with leading the Killeen PD Peer Support Unit, where he provides critical support to fellow officers.
Dedicated to mentorship and leadership, Sgt. Montalvo believes in fostering strong professional relationships to build trust and encourage growth. He takes a servant-leadership approach, guiding his team to achieve their personal and professional goals. Currently pursuing his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice at Methodist University, he continues to lead by example, striving to develop and support his peers. TLEPN is proud to recognize Sgt. Montalvo as April’s Peer of the Month for his dedication to officer wellness and peer support.
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