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Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department The Los Angeles Sheriff's Department is the largest sheriff's department in the world.

In addition to specialized services, such as the Sheriff's Youth Foundation, International Liaison and Employee Support Services, the Department is divided into eleven divisions, each headed by a Division Chief. There are four patrol divisions (Central, East, North, and South), Custody Operations Division, Correctional Services Division, Detective Division, Court Services Division, Technical Services Division, Office of Homeland Security, Administrative Services Division, and Leadership and Training Division.

25/10/2026

Sierra Madre Search and Rescue Team Open House. Celebrating 75 Years of Service 🏔️

Today, Compton Sheriff’s Station honored the 10th End of Watch anniversary of Sergeant Alfonso “Al” Lopez alongside his ...
24/10/2026

Today, Compton Sheriff’s Station honored the 10th End of Watch anniversary of Sergeant Alfonso “Al” Lopez alongside his family.

The tradition of honoring Sergeant Lopez continues as new deputies, many of whom never had the opportunity to meet him, come together to remember his service, sacrifice, and lasting legacy. Though 10 years have passed, his memory lives on, reminding us that a hero is never forgotten.

EOW: October 24, 2016

In late October 1988, Deputies Chester and McSweeney were working as part of a multi-jurisdictional drug intervention ta...
24/10/2026

In late October 1988, Deputies Chester and McSweeney were working as part of a multi-jurisdictional drug intervention task force called Operation Border Ranger. On the evening of October 24, 1988, they were aboard a UH-1H Army National Guard helicopter investigating a car parked on a remote access road off Interstate 8 in the Mountain Springs Grade area about 70 miles east of San Diego.

As the helicopter descended, it apparently struck a power line between two hilltops causing it to crash and explode into the side of a mountain. The three-member National Guard crew, Sergeant Richard Romero, 39, from the Imperial County Sheriff's Department, Deputy Mark Tonkin, 31, from the Orange County Sheriff's Department and Investigator Michael Davis, 34, from the Riverside County Department also died in the crash.

Both men served with the LASD for 12 years.

Shortly after midnight on August 16, 2004, Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station Deputy Randy J. Hamson conducted a fol...
24/10/2026

Shortly after midnight on August 16, 2004, Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station Deputy Randy J. Hamson conducted a follow-up investigation to an earlier hit and run traffic accident on Sierra Highway, south of Soledad Canyon Road. As Deputy Hamson surveyed the scene, he observed a car approaching the area without headlights. As he stepped out into the roadway and motioned with his flashlight toward the driver of the vehicle, another car struck him. The driver of this vehicle stopped and said he never saw Deputy Hamson. This driver was neither held nor cited.

Deputy Hamson suffered head injuries and numerous broken bones. He lapsed into a coma from which he never recovered. On October 24, 2008, he succumbed to his injuries. He was 44.

Randy Hamson joined the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department on March 23, 1999. After completing his first assignment working at Pitchess Detention Center East Facility Jail, he transferred to Santa Clarita Valley Station in April 2003. He is survived by his wife, Cindy; his sons, Nicholas and Joshua; his stepsons, Matt and Shaun; his stepdaughter, Holly; his parents Carolyn and Jim; and his brothers, Tim and Michael.

Our beloved Compton Station Sergeant Alfonso “Al” Lopez passed away on October 24, 2016, after suffering a medical emerg...
24/10/2026

Our beloved Compton Station Sergeant Alfonso “Al” Lopez passed away on October 24, 2016, after suffering a medical emergency while on duty. He proudly served the Department for 26 years. During his career, he worked in Court Services, at East Los Angeles Station, and in the Special Victims Bureau. He was later promoted to sergeant and assigned to Compton Station.

As we take a moment to remember the amazing partner, friend, and family man he was, we also reflect on the incredible work he did in the communities he served.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones and partners today.

24/10/2026

Did you know?

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department has a Community Engagement Tracker on our website.

The Department is committed to the concepts of 21st Century Policing through strengthening community partnerships, ensuring bias-free policing, improving community trust, and employing collaborative problem-solving.

Each day, in communities throughout Los Angels County, department members serve the public by partnering with community stakeholders to promote public safety, resolve neighborhood problems, engage our youth, and build public trust.

This Community Engagement Tracker displays the Department’s community engagement activities and events. This tracker allows us better to understand our impact in the community beyond traditional enforcement and allow us to share best practices for successful community engagement and collaboration department wide.

https://lasd.org/transparency/community-engagement/

23/10/2026

❤️ One ribbon. One conversation. A brighter future.

This Red Ribbon Week, October 23–31, we at the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department encourage families, educators, and community members to help our youth make healthy choices and build a drug-free future.

It starts with a conversation. Take time to listen, answer questions, and remind young people that they have support. These everyday connections can help them feel confident asking for guidance and making positive choices.

Every child deserves a future filled with hope and opportunity. Together, we can help them see what’s possible and encourage them along the way.

Wear red. Start the conversation. Make a difference. ❤️

23/10/2026

Repost from Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna:

It is my honor to recognize and celebrate extraordinary acts of courage, bravery, and selfless service at the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s 2026 Valor Awards Ceremony. We proudly honor the courageous men and women who go above and beyond the call of duty to protect and serve our communities.

This year’s awards included:

🏅 5 Medals of Valor
🏅 3 Life Saving Medals
🏅 3 Humanitarian Medals
🏅 2 Meritorious Conduct Silver Medals
🏅 6 Meritorious Conduct Gold Medals
💜 1 Purple Heart

Behind every medal is a story of service, sacrifice, and someone who stepped forward when others needed help most.

To our honorees, thank you for your bravery and commitment to protecting our communities. To the families who stand beside them, thank you for your strength and unwavering support.

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