PHARR — The City of Pharr Police Department recently announced that the Caruth Police Institute at UNT Dallas has appointed Michael Mata to serve as the first Regional Director for the Texas Law Enforcement Peer Network, Valley/South Texas region in the Pharr regional office.The Peer Network was established by the Caruth Police Institute at the University of North Texas at Dallas (CPI) to help end first responder suicides in the state. Mata brings more than 20 years of experience to the position.A press release issued by CPI announced the selection of Mata:“Mike Mata’s experience, passion, and commitment to mental health ...