On April 16, 2026, Clewiston Elks Lodge #1853, hosted its Annual First Responder Appreciation Dinner in Clewiston. This year’s Hendry County Sheriff’s Office Correctional Deputy of the Year for 2026, Deputy U. Granados-Gomez.
Deputy Granados-Gomez was raised in LaBelle and graduated from LaBelle High School. While attending high school, he was involved with the Criminal Justice Program, becoming Captain of this program and the Vice Commander of the Honor Guard.
After graduation he enrolled in college earning a Certification in Corrections, graduating at the top of his class.
Deputy U. Granados-Gomez became employed with Hendry County Sheriff’s in March of 2024. Throughout his employment, Deputy Granados-Gomez has proven himself to be dependable, loyal, and a committed member of the Hendry County Sheriff’s Office.
He has continued to grow through the ranks and continue his education; Deputy Granados-Gomez also serves as the Court Officer of the Jail Division.
It is with pride that we announce Deputy Granados-Gomez Hendry County Sheriff’s Office Correctional Deputy of the Year – 2026.
(pictured left to right: Past Exalted Ruler, Ann Alvarez, HCSO Correctional Deputy U. Granados-Gomez, Lt. A. Hudson, and Sgt. M. Powell)
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