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  • About PPOA

    About PPOA

    Established in 1951, PPOA is committed to advancing and protecting the rights of its members in the Sherif’s Department, District Attorney’s Office and Coroner’s Office as well as the greater law enforcement community. Read More


  • Star & Shield Foundation

    Star & Shield Foundation

    Since 2001, the Star & Shield Foundation has proudly raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to support worthy organization and causes, members in need and, most importantly, the families of fallen officers. Read More


  • Benefits of Membership

    Benefits of Membership

    PPOA offers an array of benefits that go beyond the workplace. Members enjoy group discounts, access to exclusive programs and events, Star & Shield magazine and more. Read More


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    Members save up to 35 percent off retail prices for LASD uniforms, clothing and equipment purchased through our online store. Read More


PPOA News Spotlight

Retirement Workshop for PPOA Members

Retirement Workshop for PPOA Members

Saturday, October 28, 2023 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM PPOA Conference Center, San Dimas FREE for active PPOA members! Seating is limited — RSVP is mandatory.  Read More

OIG ‘Gang Tattoo’ Investigative Interviews

OIG ‘Gang Tattoo’ Investigative Interviews

On June 6, 2023, PPOA confirmed that based upon PPOA’s objections — click here to read the letter sent May 24th to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) — and the recent […] Read More

Update re: Captain Selection Process

Update re: Captain Selection Process

UPDATE RE: LASD CAPTAIN SELECTION PROCESS — SUBMISSION DEADLINE EXTENDED (May 30, 2023) As you may recall, PPOA filed an Unfair Labor Practice charge last week regarding the Captain selection […] Read More

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Star & Shield Magazine

September 2023

September 2023

  • Preparation Is Key to Getting the Most From Your Retirement
  • Your Two Favorite Subjects: Colonoscopies and Retiree Health Care Costs
  • LASD Teens Graduate From Devil Pups Camp
  • Fraternal Order of Police 66th Biennial Conference

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What is a PPOA Delegate?

PPOA is represented by more than 100 delegates at work locations around the County. The role of the delegate is crucial in facilitating effective communication between the union’s board, staff and membership. Topics ranging from contract negotiations to legislation to lawsuits are discussed at quarterly dinner meetings.

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PPOA President

September 2023

Preparation Is Key to Getting the Most From Your Retirement

When I was a young deputy sheriff, I didn’t think much about retirement. But as time passed, I realized how important it is to prepare for it. One of the things on my “to-do list” is to schedule an appointment with LACERA to ensure a smooth transition into the next chapter of my life. After committing 26 years to LASD, planning for when it’s time to hang up my badge, like many of you, will be essential. Read More

PPOA President Nancy Escobedo

Public Safety News

Resentencing Rejected for Man Involved in Murder of LASD Deputy

Resentencing Rejected for Man Involved in Murder of LASD Deputy

September 1, 2023

8/31/23 by Fernando Haro Garcia, Long Beach Post News Article link: https://lbpost.com/news/crime/maria-rosa-resentencing-off-duty-deputy… Read More

Memorial Service Held for LASD Recruit Struck by Wrong Way Driver

Memorial Service Held for LASD Recruit Struck by Wrong Way Driver

August 11, 2023

Los Angeles Daily News — 8/10/23 https://www.dailynews.com/2023/08/10/memorial-service-held-for-sheriffs-department-recruit-struck-by-wrong-way-vehicle/… Read More

Trial Begins for Man Accused of Ambushing Two LASD Deputies in Compton

Trial Begins for Man Accused of Ambushing Two LASD Deputies in Compton

August 2, 2023

Press-Telegram – 8/1/23 https://www.presstelegram.com/2023/08/01/trial-begins-for-man-accused-of-ambushing-two-lasd-deputies-in-compton/… Read More

Upcoming Events

  1. Memorial Viewing for Deputy Clinkunbroomer

    October 4 at 4:00 pm
  2. Memorial Mass for Deputy Clinkunbroomer

    October 5 at 9:30 am
  3. PPOA Board of Directors Meeting

    October 11 at 9:00 am
  4. LA County District Attorney Candidates Forum

    October 18 at 6:00 pm
  5. PPOA board election ballots mailed to eligible members

    October 21

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Week in Review

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  • PPOA is honored to announce we will assist Custody Training and Standards Bureau with a BBQ fundraiser this Tuesday (9/26) at BC. Please join us to support the Clinkunbroomer family.

  • Each year, the third week in September is recognized as National Security Officer Appreciation Week. As that week comes to a close, PPOA would like to take a moment to acknowledge the work ethic and professionalism of Sheriff's Security Officers and Security Assistants throughout Los Angeles County.

  • This evening, we received the heart-wrenching news of the tragic, line-of-duty death of Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer. The 30-year-old deputy was shot early this evening while sitting in his patrol car at an intersection near Palmdale Station. He was found just before 6:00 p.m. and transported by paramedics to a hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. The suspect remains at large.

    "The heinous and cowardly murder of this young deputy is overwhelmingly tragic," said PPOA President Nancy Escobedo. "Our thoughts immediately turn to his family as we express our heartfelt condolences for their unimaginable loss."

  • National Police Woman Day is celebrated each year on September 12th and PPOA is honored to acknowledge women across the nation who serve as dedicated public safety professionals.

  • At 8:46 a.m. (EDT) on this date 22 years ago, our nation endured the first of a series of unspeakable acts of terrorism that claimed the lives of 2,997 Americans. We will always remember the fallen and honor the 343 firefighters, 60 peace officers and countless civilians who died while courageously charging in to save others on that fateful day.

  • We extend our sincere condolences to the families and friends of the following PPOA members who passed in July 2023:

    Custody Assistant Arthur Luna — 7/1/23
    Assigned to Men’s Central Jail at time of passing

    Ret. Deputy John Bluff — 7/12/23
    LASD ret. 1979
    Academy class 78
    US Marine Corps Reserves veteran

    Ret. Deputy John Camacho Jr. — 7/14/23
    LASD ret. 2006
    Academy class 187
    Last assignment: Technical Services Transportation
    US Army veteran

    Ret. Sergeant Gerald Olmsted — 7/21/23
    LASD ret. 1983
    Academy class 77
    Last assignment: Records and Identification Bureau

    Ret. Sergeant Wesley McBride — 7/27/23
    LASD ret. 2002
    Academy class 113
    Last assignment: Safe Streets Bureau
    US Marine Corps veteran

    Ret. Sergeant Wylie Benson — 7/31/23
    LASD ret. 1982
    Academy class 56
    Last assignment: Altadena Station Detective Bureau
    US Navy veteran

  • Today, we are especially thankful for the dedication of PPOA members and generations of union brethren who paved the way for organized labor.

  • Photos from Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Assoc. - PPOA's post

  • Photos from Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Assoc. - PPOA's post

  • Tomorrow marks 22 years for this rain-or-shine event! This one will feature plenty of shine but we'll have shade and food and giveaways and fun ready for you under the big top! Join us!

    Photos from Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Assoc. - PPOA's post

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Fallen Officers Tribute

Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer

Los Angeles Co. Sheriff's Department
Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer

EOW: Sep 16, 2023

At approximately 6:00pm on Saturday, September 16, 2023, a citizen passerby discovered Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department unconscious in his police cruiser near... Read More

Officer Gonzalo Carrasco, Jr.

Selma Police Department
Officer Gonzalo Carrasco, Jr.

EOW: Jan 31, 2023

At approximately 11:45am on January 31, 2023, Officer Gonzalo Carrasco, Jr., with the Selma Police Department, was patrolling the 2600 block of Pine Street when he was flagged down by a homeowner regarding... Read More

Deputy Darnell Calhoun

Riverside Co. Sheriff's Office
Deputy Darnell Calhoun

EOW: Jan 13, 2023

At approximately 4:30pm on January 13, 2023, Deputies from the Riverside Co. Sheriff’s Office responded to a call for service in the 18500 block of Hilldale Lane, just east of Grand Avenue, in the unincorporated... Read More

Deputy Isaiah Cordero

Riverside Co. Sheriff's Office
Deputy Isaiah Cordero

EOW: Dec 29, 2022

On the afternoon of Thursday, December 29, 2022, shortly before 2:00pm, Deputy Isaiah Cordero with the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle in the 3900 block of Golden... Read More

Officer Joseph Santana

El Monte Police Department
Officer Joseph Santana

EOW: Jun 14, 2022

At approximately 4:45pm on June 14, 2022, two officers from the El Monte Police Department responded to a call for a welfare check and possible stabbing at the Siesta Inn in the city of El Monte. Authorities... Read More

Sergeant Michael Paredes

El Monte Police Department
Sergeant Michael Paredes

EOW: Jun 14, 2022

At approximately 4:45pm on June 14, 2022, two officers from the El Monte Police Department responded to a call for a welfare check and possible stabbing at the Siesta Inn in the city of El Monte. Authorities... Read More

Officer Houston Ryan Tipping

Los Angeles Police Department
Officer Houston Ryan Tipping

EOW: May 29, 2022

Officer Houston Tipping of the Los Angeles Police Department was working as a bike instructor, participating in a defensive tactics scenario with another officer at the Elysian Park Police Academy, when... Read More

Officer Jorge David Alvarado

Salinas Police Department
Officer Jorge David Alvarado

EOW: Feb 25, 2022

At approximately10:41pm, on Friday, February 25, 2022, Salinas Police Officer Jorge David Alvarado conducted a traffic stop in the area of Market and Griffin Streets. During the stop, a subject opened... Read More

Correctional Lieutenant Steve M. Taylor

Riverside Co. Sheriff’s Office

EOW: Feb 24, 2022

Correctional Lieutenant Steve Taylor died as a result of contracting COVID-19 while serving at the Robert Presley Detention Center in Riverside. Correctional Lieutenant Taylor was a 27-year veteran of... Read More

Officer Nicholas Vella

Huntington Beach Police Department
Officer Nicholas Vella

EOW: Feb 19, 2022

At approximately 6:30pm on Saturday, February 19, 2022, Huntington Beach PD’s helicopter “HB1” was responding to a disturbance call in Newport Beach when it crashed into the waters off the southeast... Read More

Officer Tyler Ryan Lenehan

Elk Grove Police Department
Officer Tyler Ryan Lenehan

EOW: Jan 21, 2022

On the morning of January 21, 2022, at 0514 hours, the California Highway Patrol received a call of a wrong-way driver on Highway 99 near 47th Avenue in Sacramento. The calls indicated the driver was traveling... Read More

Detective Armando Cantu

San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department
Detective Armando Cantu

EOW: Nov 18, 2021

Armando Cantu, known fondly as Mando and Junior to close friends and family, was born in San Diego, California, before moving to Texas as a child. As everyone who knew him would attest, his Texas pride... Read More

Officer Harminder Grewal

Galt Police Department
Officer Harminder Grewal

EOW: Aug 26, 2021

At approximately 4:35am on Sunday, August 22, 2021, Galt Police Officers Harminder Grewal and Kapri Herrera were traveling northbound on Highway 99 on their way to assist with the Caldor Fire in El Dorado... Read More

Deputy Phillip Campas

Kern County Sheriff's Office
Deputy Phillip Campas

EOW: Jul 25, 2021

On the afternoon of Sunday, July 25th, at approximately 1:00pm, Deputies from the Kern County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call reporting an armed man, the subject of a restraining order, was... Read More

Sergeant Dominic Vaca

San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department
Sergeant Dominic Vaca

EOW: May 31, 2021

On the afternoon of Monday, May 31, 2021, the Memorial Day holiday, San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Deputies were conducting extra patrol for off-highway vehicle violations in the desert area north of... Read More

Officer Jimmy Inn

Stockton Police Department
Officer Jimmy Inn

EOW: May 11, 2021

At approximately 9:45am on Tuesday, May 11, 2021, Stockton Police Officer Jimmy Inn responded to a disturbance call in the 4400 block of La Cresta Way. The caller reported hearing screaming, saw a... Read More

Detective Luca Benedetti

San Luis Obispo Police Department
Detective Luca Benedetti

EOW: May 10, 2021

Luca Benedetti was born in San Francisco to Italian immigrant parents and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area. He graduated from Burlingame High School in 2002.  In school he excelled at math, which... Read More

Officer Michael Edward Wall

Los Angeles Co. Probation Department
Officer Michael Edward Wall

EOW: Apr 30, 2021

On the afternoon of April 30, 2021, two detained youth assaulted a third youth at the Central Juvenile Hall in Los Angeles. Officer Michael Edward Hall physically restrained one youth, stopping the assault... Read More

Officer Jose Anzora

Los Angeles Police Department
Officer Jose Anzora

EOW: Mar 03, 2021

On the evening of February 26, 2021, Officer Jose Anzora of the Los Angeles Police Department was struck by a car while directing traffic on foot at the scene of vehicle collision near Martin Luther King... Read More

Deputy Thomas J. Albanese

Los Angeles Co. Sheriff’s Department
Deputy Thomas J. Albanese

EOW: Feb 25, 2021

On Thursday, February 25, 2021, at 8:58 AM, Deputy Thomas J. Albanese of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department was on patrol on his department motorcycle traveling northbound on Paramount Blvd.,... Read More

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Photo GalleriesMore Photos

Custody Assistant Class 106 Graduation

September 16, 2022

Custody Assistant Class 106 Graduation

21st Annual PPOA Labor Day BBQ

September 01, 2022

21st Annual PPOA Labor Day BBQ

Custody Assistant Class #105 Graduation

June 17, 2022

Custody Assistant Class #105 Graduation

11th Annual PPOA College Scholarship Award Ceremony

June 09, 2022

11th Annual PPOA College Scholarship Award Ceremony

14th Annual Peace Officer Memorial Golf Tournament

June 08, 2022

14th Annual Peace Officer Memorial Golf Tournament

2022 LASD Retiree Roundup

April 07, 2022

2022 LASD Retiree Roundup

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