Corporal Andre Porter started his career in public service with the United States Marine Corps (Semper Fi). After serving nine distinguished years as a Marine, Corporal Porter joined the Bellaire Police Department in May 2005.
In his tenure with the department, Cpl. Porter has served as a Special Response Team member, Field Training Officer, Advanced Accident Investigator, Physical Fitness Coordinator, Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) Instructor, Taser Instructor, and Honor Guard Team member. Corporal Porter holds an Advanced Peace Officer certification through TCOLE.