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Star & Shield Magazine

August 2025

Carrying Forward the Legacy of Three Fallen Heroes

Carrying Forward the Legacy of Three Fallen Heroes

On the morning of Friday, July 18, our hearts were forever shattered by the tragic loss of three of our own — Detective William Osborn, Detective Joshua Kelley-Eklund and Detective Victor Lemus — veteran members of our Arson Explosives Detail. Read More

Labor Day: Not Just Another Three-Day Weekend

Labor Day: Not Just Another Three-Day Weekend

On Wednesday, August 27, PPOA will have the honor of hosting our 24th annual Pre-Labor Day BBQ and annual General Membership Meeting. This traditional salute to the amazing members of PPOA and their significant others will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sheriff’s Training Academy and Regional Services (S.T.A.R.S.) Center. Read More

A Harsh Reality

A Harsh Reality

On June 23, PPOA received a call concerning 15 Custody Assistants assigned to CalAIM, a Medi-Cal funded program within the Community Transition Unit, which is also under the umbrella of the Population Management Bureau (PMB). Read More

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