UNSTOPPABLE: The Legacy of Custody Assistant Anthony Thompson
November 26, 2018The vibrant life of Custody Assistant Anthony Thompson was cut short by a drunk driver… Read More
Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Association
Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Association
PPOA News Spotlight
PPOA SEE’S CANDY DISCOUNT
For more than three decades, PPOA members have enjoyed significant discounts on See’s Candy during the holidays. The famous treats make perfect gifts for everyone (except your dentist.) In fact, members of this association have ordered more than $10,000 in candy through this promotion over the years! 100% of the discount is passed on to […] Read More
UNSTOPPABLE: The Legacy of Custody Assistant Anthony Thompson
The vibrant life of Custody Assistant Anthony Thompson was cut short by a drunk driver on November 19, 2017. His mother, LASD Sergeant Ottawa Cureton, is passionate about Anthony’s legacy as she moves forward with equal parts strength and grace. PPOA was honored to capture Sergeant Cureton’s inspiring perspective on video in honor of the […] Read More
SSO Fabian Uses Lethal Force to Save a Life
Click here to watch SSO Fabian’s story. Read More
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When you shop, Amazon gives. In fact, Amazon will donate .5% of the proceeds of your purchases to the Star & Shield Foundation. These funds from Amazon Smile help the foundation support families of fallen officers and those truly in need. This is a simple way to contribute to a worthy cause every time you […] Read More
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President’s Message
November 2018
Looking Through a Crystal Ball
There is so much going on right now, I don’t know where to begin: controversial sheriff election, contract negotiations, fringe benefit negotiations, Flores litigation, impact of the Janus court decision, attacks on police officers, anti-police legislation and so on. These are troubled times for law enforcement. We have two choices: 1. roll over and accept […] Read More
SSO Fabian Uses Lethal Force to Save a Life
October 19, 2018Click here to watch SSO Fabian’s story. Read More
PPOA Forms Own Recruitment and Retention Task Force to Address LASD Hiring Concerns
September 27, 2018For many years, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department has struggled with… Read More
This association extends sincere condolences to the families & friends of the following PPOA members who passed in October/November 2018:
Ret. Sergeant Michael Thompson / EOW: Nov 12
Ret. Commander William H. Alley Jr. / EOW: Nov 11
Retired Deputy Jack Larkins / EOW: Nov 3
Retired Sergeant Elwood Doughty / EOW: Oct 31
Retired Lieutenant Steve Downey / EOW: October 21
Retired Deputy Gary Weinmann / EOW: Oct 19
Custody Assistant Loretta Doss / EOW: Oct 16
Retired Deputy Manuel Ventor / EOW: Oct 16
Retired Commander Patrick Devaney / EOW: Oct 15
Retired Sergeant Anthony Wade / EOW: Oct 12
Retired Undersheriff Ted von Minden / EOW: Oct 12
Retired Deputy Pablo Aguilar / EOW: Oct 11
Custody Assistant John Weber Sr. / Oct 10
L.A. County PPOA shared Invicta Fighting Championships's video.
#LASD Deputy Danielle Taylor (former SSO and CA) will square off against undefeated Mexican fighter Monserrat Ruiz this Saturday in Kansas City. Best of luck to you, Danielle 'Dynamite' Taylor — we hope you strike early and often! 💥💥💥
Invicta Fighting Championships
Danielle 'Dynamite' Taylor makes her promotional debut against undefeated Mexican fighter Monserrat Ruiz in the co-main event of #InvictaFC33. Learn about Taylor's journey in MMA and what she hopes to prove and showcase next Saturday in her Invicta debut!
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L.A. County PPOA shared their video.
“A date which will live in infamy” — President Franklin D. Roosevelt (Dec. 7, 1941)
L.A. County PPOA
Pearl Harbor Day tribute to a fallen PPOA member. We salute our veterans!
The California Supreme Court heard oral arguments yesterday in Los Angeles to decide on whether it should reduce or alter some pension benefits for California public employees. This case, and four other pension cases are currently in front of the state Supreme Court pending review. Click on the link to listen to an informative discussion on the threat to public employee pensions.
Should the Supreme Court reduce or alter pension benefits for California public employees?
The state Supreme Court will hear oral arguments Wednesday in Los Angeles to decide on whether it should reduce or alter some pension benefits for California public employees.
L.A. County PPOA shared Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden's photo.
First responders are invited to the LA County Arboretum Moonlight Forest for free for the duration of the festival. Simply show a first responder ID at the box office for free admittance. Family and friends will receive $5 off all ticket prices as well. Family and friends can purchase tickets ahead of time via the Moonlight Forest Eventbrite page and use the code "HolidayThanks2018" for $5 off each ticket.
Thank you Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden for honoring first responders!
Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden
To all first responders: we can’t thank you enough for your service. Our heart goes out to all those affected by the Woolsey Fires. We’d like to take this time to share our sincere gratitude and recognition of your service.
The Los Angeles Arboretum...
L.A. County PPOA added 3 new photos.
TBT: Throwing it all the way back to 1994 at the Olympic Auditorium. LASD vs. LAPD. Recognize any of these names?
[ Rest in peace, Deputy Ortiz ]
Photos from L.A. County PPOA's post
Wesson said he is looking to serve the district being vacated by departing Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas, who faces term limits in two years. Former LA City Councilwoman Jan Perry, who previously has been at odds with Wesson, has stated that she is also considering a campaign for the sprawling second district, which encompasses Compton, Gardena, Lennox, Westchester, Koreatown and part of downtown Los Angeles.
L.A. City Council President Herb Wesson launches bid for county supervisor
Los Angeles City Council President Herb Wesson announced Monday he is running in the 2020 election for a seat on the county Board of Supervisors, looking to represent roughly 2 million people.
If you find yourself anywhere near Ventura later this month, please enjoy a HELUS Lager and thank Cask Ale House for honoring a fallen hero.
L.A. County PPOA shared a link.
New Los Angeles County Sheriff: We Are Going Back to Being Peace Officers
Alex Villanueva was sworn in Monday as Los Angeles County sheriff, promising to steer one of the nation’s largest law enforcement agencies toward a new era of change.
Year in, year out... #LASD is a family. https://t.co/8GctYFu0pS
@LASDHQ Security Officer 🇺🇸 https://t.co/sm2k7fihsu
George H.W. Bush, 41st president of the United States, dies at 94. Rest In peace, sir. https://t.co/QuCLa3cId6
Today’s forecast calls for sunshine & cheeseburgers! POPA Credit Union is hosting free BBQ lunch today @ San Dimas… https://t.co/IXrc74s0iq
Congratulations to Sheriff-elect Alex Villanueva — the 33rd elected Sheriff of LA County and the first candidate to… https://t.co/CCuu440jaN
The vibrant life of Custody Asst. Anthony Thompson was cut short by a drunk driver 1 yr ago today. His mother, LASD… https://t.co/WBWRvQQ6wP
Our thoughts are with @GardenaPD as they mourn the tragic death of one of their own. We extend our condolences to t… https://t.co/3s5oP7ayVd
Veterans: we salute you! https://t.co/P8GFQSfDtq
@VENTURASHERIFF Sergeant Ron Helus died a hero in taking action to save lives. Our hearts ache for his family, his… https://t.co/zy8n5dqJwP
Fallen Officers Tribute
K9 Bane
Tulare Police Department (CA)
K9 Bane was shot and killed near the intersection of Tulare Avenue and Palm Street while attempting to apprehend a suspect following a vehicle pursuit.The pursuit began after another officer... Read More
Deputy Sheriff Antonio Hinostroza
Stanislaus County Sheriff's Department (CA)
Deputy Sheriff Tony Hinostroza was killed in a vehicle crash as he responded to assist other deputies who were involved in a vehicle pursuit in Riverbank.The pursuit started after deputies... Read More
K9 Bandit
Sutter County Sheriff's Office (CA)
K9 Bandit was shot and killed while attempting an apprehension of a double murder suspect in Butte County.Officers had been alerted to a suspicious vehicle in the Camp Fire evacuation... Read More
Police Officer Toshio Hirai
Gardena Police Department (CA)
Police Officer Toshio Hirai succumbed to injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash the previous day.His police motorcycle was struck by a car at the intersection of Western Avenue and 238th... Read More
Sergeant Ronald Lee Helus
Ventura County Sheriff's Office (CA)
Sergeant Ron Helus was shot and killed after responding to an active shooter at a bar at 99 Rolling Oaks Drive in Thousand Oaks.When he arrived, Sergeant Helus heard gunfire... Read More
Deputy Sheriff Mark V Stasyuk
Sacramento County Sheriff's Department (CA)
Deputy Sheriff Mark Stasyuk was shot and killed at approximately 1:50 pm as he and another a deputy responded to a disturbance call at an auto parts store at 10899... Read More
Corrections Officer Armando Gallegos Jr
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CA)
Corrections Officer Armando Gallegos succumbed to injuries sustained at approximately 3:30 pm on April 21st, 2018 when he was attacked by multiple inmates at the Kern Valley State Prison.He and... Read More
Police Officer Oscar Adrian Reyes
Costa Mesa Police Department (CA)
Police Officer Oscar Reyes suffered a fatal heart attack after participating in the Orange County Traffic Officers Association Motor Rodeo at Huntington State Beach.He had participated in several difficult... Read More
Officer Kirk A Griess
California Highway Patrol (CA)
Officer Kirk Griess was struck and killed by a vehicle while conducting a traffic stop on I-80, near Manuel Campos Parkway, in Solano.Another vehicle entered the area and struck both... Read More
Police Officer Greggory Casillas
Pomona Police Department (CA)
Police Officer Gregg Casillas was shot and killed as he attempted to arrest a man in the 1400 block of South Palomares Street following a vehicle pursuit.The vehicle fled after... Read More
Deputy Sheriff Steven Belanger
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (CA)
Deputy Sheriff Steve Belanger succumbed to a gunshot wound sustained on December 10th, 1994, when he was ambushed while conducting a traffic stop in the 18400 block of La Guardia... Read More
Officer Officer Andrew J. Camilleri, Sr.
California Highway Patrol (CA)
Officer Andrew Camilleri was killed when his patrol car was struck by a drunk driver on I-880, near Route 92, in Hayward. Read More
K9 Jax
Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety (CA)
K9 Jax was stabbed to death while attempting an apprehension at an apartment complex in the 500 block of East Weddell Avenue.Officers had responded to a domestic violence incident in... Read More
Deputy Sheriff Robert French
Sacramento County Sheriff's Department (CA)
Deputy Sheriff Bob French was shot and killed outside of the Ramada Inn in the 2600 block of Auburn Boulevard while conducting an auto theft investigation at approximately 10:30 am. Read More
Deputy Sheriff Robert Rumfelt
Lake County Sheriff's Office (CA)
Deputy Sheriff Rob Rumfelt suffered a fatal heart attack after responding to a fight call involving approximately five people in the 900 block of Boggs Lane, in Lakeport, at approximately 8:00 pm. Read More
Deputy Sheriff Jason Garner
Stanislaus County Sheriff's Department (CA)
Deputy Sheriff Jason Garner and civilian Community Service Officer Raschel Johnson were killed in a vehicle crash while en route to a previous burglary call at approximately 8:20 am. Read More
Deputy Sheriff Michael Robert Foley
Alameda County Sheriff's Office (CA)
Deputy Sheriff Michael Foley was struck and killed by a prisoner transport bus in the parking lot of the Santa Rita Jail in Dublin, California, at approximately 6:00 am. Read More
