Lieutenant Eric Hellman

Lieutenant Eric Hellman began his law enforcement career in Colorado with the Teller County Sheriff’s Office, where he served as a Reserve Deputy while pursuing his goal of becoming a full-time law enforcement officer. Inspired by his father, a former Baytown Police Officer, Lieutenant Hellman developed a passion for public service and a commitment to protecting the communities he serves.

In 2011, Lieutenant Hellman was hired as a full-time Deputy Sheriff with the Teller County Sheriff’s Office. During his tenure, he served in both the Detention and Patrol Divisions, gaining extensive experience in corrections, patrol operations, criminal investigations, and community policing. His dedication and leadership abilities led to his promotion to Sergeant, where he supervised patrol operations and mentored deputies throughout the agency. He later advanced to become the Commander of the Regional Narcotics Team, overseeing complex narcotics investigations and multi-agency enforcement operations.

After nearly fourteen years of service in Colorado, Lieutenant Hellman returned home to Texas in 2025 and joined the San Jacinto County Sheriff’s Office as a Patrol Deputy. His professionalism, work ethic, and investigative abilities quickly earned him selection to the Criminal Investigations Division as a Detective in late 2025.

Continuing to demonstrate strong leadership and a commitment to excellence, Lieutenant Hellman successfully tested for promotion and was selected as the Patrol Lieutenant for the San Jacinto County Sheriff’s Office. In his current role as Patrol Division Commander, he oversees daily patrol operations, supervises patrol personnel, coordinates enforcement initiatives, and works to ensure the highest level of service and public safety for the citizens of San Jacinto County.

Lieutenant Hellman brings more than a decade of law enforcement experience, proven leadership, and a deep dedication to the profession. His diverse background in patrol, corrections, narcotics enforcement, criminal investigations, and supervision continues to be an asset to the Sheriff’s Office and the community he serves.