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43 Custody Assistants Graduate From Academy

43 CUSTODY ASSISTANTS GRADUATE FROM ACADEMY

On Friday December 13, 2019, a total of 43 recruits lined up at the Eugene Biscailuz Regional Training Center, East Los Angeles in what would be their final platoon formation as academy classmates. After 8 weeks of grueling academy training, the recruits pressed through an equally intense and meticulous formal class inspection by law enforcement executives just before the ceremony.

The ceremony was a formal transformation of academy recruits into Custody Assistant civilian peace officers. Academy Class 102 is made up of 23 female and 20 male graduates.

Academy Class #102 is a largely international collection of backgrounds, reflective of the vast array of cultures found within Los Angeles County. Of the 43 graduating recruits, 2 were born outside the United States; 2 recruits lived abroad in the countries; and 29 recruits speak a language other than English; 14 have a Bachelor’s degree or higher; 5 have Law Enforcement Experience and 15 have Family members in Law Enforcement.

“To Conquer and Correct, Class #102 is here to protect”

Congratulations Academy Class 102 #LASD

(some photos credited to POPA)

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Sheriff Villanueva Held Town Hall in Lynwood

SHERIFF VILLANUEVA HELD TOWN HALL IN LYNWOOD

Sheriff Alex Villanueva held a town hall in the City of #Lynwood on Tuesday, December 10, 2019. Many community members attended the event making it a successful evening. It was our pleasure to meet with them and detail LASD’s efforts to address the issues we face together. We encourage community members to get involved and attend your next local town hall meeting with #LASD Sheriff. Century Sheriff’s Station

Topics that were discussed today were;

✅Countywide crime is down 7% from last year.

✅Recruitment efforts are local, meaning LASD is focusing on hiring deputies who live in the County of LA.

✅Parents to monitor their children, help them succeed and keep them accountable.

✅Human Trafficking

✅Community & neighbors looking out for each other “If you See Something Say Something”

#WorkingTogether #Townhall

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Sheriff Villanueva Hosts Winter Social

SHERIFF VILLANUEVA HOSTS WINTER SOCIAL

Once a year in December, the Sheriff’s Annual Holiday Social gives #LASD from all over a chance to gather. To see familiar faces, and meet new ones. To share a laugh and a bite to eat. These are more than coworkers who rely on each other every day. This is a team, it’s family. Thank you to Sheriff Alex Villanueva, and everyone who came to today’s event for a chance to show how much we value each other.

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LASD 999 For Kids Annual Toy Drive

LASD 999 FOR KIDS ANNUAL TOY DRIVE

#LASD Special Victims Bureau hosted an amazing 33rd Annual “999 for Kids” Christmas Party with Sheriff Alex Villanueva, Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services personnel and student volunteers from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM).

The mission: Assist severely disabled and abused children who were victims of the most severe cases of child abuse, neglect and domestic violence. For the last 33 years, children participating in the 999 for Kids program have been treated to a holiday party where they can find joy in a safe environment particularly designed for their happiness and which accommodates any of their special needs.

The Sheriff’s Training and Regional Services (STARS) Center was transformed into a holiday wonderland where over 500 children and 350 parents were invited to the Christmas party. At the makeshift North Pole Village, the children received toys, a meal from McDonald’s fast food restaurants, and participated in activities. They visited the petting zoo, an inflatable jumper, AKC Community Canines, “Bella” the horse, face-painting and much much more.

There were snowball fights and visits to Santa’s toy workshop to make personalized holiday crafts, and take a picture with Santa Claus.

The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising donated clothing, accessories, school supplies, and books to each participating family from their FIDM Scholarship Foundation’s store, located in downtown Los Angeles.

This awesome event wouldn’t be possible without the amazing volunteers helping us to make it special for everyone that attended.

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LASD Metrolink Bureau

LASD METROLINK BUREAU

Did you know #LASD Metrolink Bureau under contract with Metrolink, has the exclusive jurisdiction of policing all crimes aboard our Metrolink trains throughout the entire operational system. They are also tasked with the policing of the railroad rights-of-way within Los Angeles County only. LASD coordinates with local agencies during all incidents that occur within their jurisdiction.

Metrolink Bureau deputies perform a grade crossing enforcement operation throughout the six counties. They conduct a roving Visible Intermodal Prevention and Response (VIPR)/Fare Operation on the different Metrolink Trains.

Explosives canines sweep the trains between station stops. The main objectives for Metrolink deputies is to ensure an orderly and safe event, to protect the welfare and safety of Metrolink patrons, employees and contractors and to ensure the uninterrupted movement of Metrolink and Union Pacific freight trains through the enforcement area.

Metrolink deputies consistently monitor and maintain a constant state of situational awareness and operational readiness related to the operations.

#LASD Metrolink Bureau is on board with Metrolink’s mission statement of providing a “safe, efficient, dependable, and on-time transportation service that offers outstanding customer experience, and enhances quality of life.”

For more information on Metrolink Trains click on the link: https://www.metrolinktrains.com/

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Lakewood Station Deputies keep 17 year tradition going

LAKEWOOD STATION DEPUTIES KEEP 17 YEAR TRADITION GOING

17 years ago Lakewood Sheriff’s Station decorated Deputy David A. Powell’s home for Christmas the day before we was laid to rest. 17 years later, Lakewood Station still carries on the tradition of never forgetting their partner and always supporting his wife. May you always being watching over us Dave!

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Lakewood Station Honors Deputy David Powell

LAKEWOOD STATION HONORS DEPUTY DAVID POWELL

Deputies at Lakewood Station honor fallen hero Deputy David A. Powell by running in his honor on Thursday, December 5, 2019.

On November 30, 2002, Deputy David A. Powell paid the ultimate sacrifice. Deputy Powell and his partner responded to a call of “shots fired” near the area of 166th Street and Elaine Avenue in the city of Artesia. A short time later, he was alerted to the presence of the suspect in a nearby residence. Informed that the suspect had taken a woman hostage, Deputy Powell and his partner attempted to force entry through the front door when four shots were fired through the house. Deputy Powell suffered a fatal gunshot wound. His partner returned fire with a shotgun and mortally wounded the suspect.

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LASD Explorers Celebrated Family Night

LASD EXPLORERS CELEBRATED FAMILY NIGHT

#LASD Explorer Class 103 celebrated FAMILY NIGHT with their family and friends. Congratulations to each and everyone of them.

The Explorers had to endure many weeks of grueling physical agility obstacles and many tests to get to where they are at today.

Also many thanks to Lt. Roberto Medrano, Sgt. Anthony Romo, Deputy Michael Sanchez and all the other participating agencies and staff for true dedication to the Explorer Program.

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Meet LASD Metrolink Bureau’s Newest K-9!

MEET LASD METROLINK BUREAU’S NEWEST K-9!

Please welcome Metrolink’s new K-9 Handler Deputy Anthony Velasco and his partner, Tina!

LASD/Metrolink Bureau is honored to have Deputy Velasco and Tina as part of our team. The Metrolink Bureau, currently deploys three K-9’s throughout approx 500 miles of train track.

Deputy Velasco and his partner are trained in explosives detection. The explosives detection K-9 teams combine excellent mobility and maneuverability with reliable detection through their natural born senses and experience. Their use today has evolved to include searching areas in response to bomb threats in aviation and mass transit systems. In addition, K-9 teams serve as general deterrents to any would-be terrorists and/or criminals.

Interesting Facts about K-9 Handlers: All Metrolink Bureau canine teams endure intense training at the TSA Explosives Detection Canine Handler Course at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas.

From there, each handler and K-9’s have to be annually certified through the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) National Explosive Detection Canine Training program (NEDCTP).

#LASD

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Sheriff Villanueva Holds Town Hall Meeting in Compton

SHERIFF VILLANUEVA HOLDS TOWN HALL MEETING IN COMPTON

The Sheriff’s 25th town hall in #Compton on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 was a great success. At the tremendous turnout, residents’ spoke about their concerns within their community. It was our pleasure to meet with them and detail LASD’s efforts to address the issues we face together. Marijuana dispensaries have been a concern in the community and we are diligently working with community leaders to close them. Sgt. Kitchen spoke about our Homeless Outreach Services Team (H.O.S.T.) and LASD’s efforts to assist and aid the homeless in the community. Thank you to all who attended. #WorkingTogether #Townhall