On behalf of @lasdhq, we are deeply saddened to announce the unexpected passing of Deputy Jonathan Stewart on Saturday, April 27, 2024.
Jonathan joined the Department in 2006 as a Custody Assistant and a year later he graduated from academy class #364, honorably serving the residents of Los Angeles County. During his tenure he was assigned to the Inmate Reception Center before transferring to South Los Angeles Station in 2014. In 2020, he was promoted to Field Training Officer, a position he held until his passing. Jonathan dedicated a decade serving the South Los Angeles community, he was respected and highly regarded by his peers and supervisors for his unwavering commitment. Jonathan is survived by his wife and three children.
Our @lasdhq family is mourning the loss of a valued member of our family, and our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones and partners during this difficult time.
On behalf of @lasdhq, we mourn the profound loss of Deputy Alfredo “Freddy” Flores, who tragically passed away last night following a valiant fight for recovery from injuries sustained in the line of duty.
Freddy graduated from academy class #327 and honorably served the residents of Los Angeles County for 22 years and will forever be remembered. He was assigned to several units during his tenure, including the North County Correctional Facility, Operations Safe Jails, Altadena Station, and, most recently, the Sylmar Juvenile Court at Court Services West Bureau. He made a unique contribution to all these assignments.
Deputy Flores was not just a colleague but a beacon of strength, earning the respect of both his peers and the community he served. His sudden departure has left an immense void in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing him. Freddy is survived by his wife, children, and parents.
We stand with the Flores family, his friends and colleagues during this difficult time, offering our deepest condolences and unwavering support.
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National “Slam the Scam” Day is designated to raise awareness of government imposter scams, which continue to spread across the United States. These scammers pretend to be government employees and claim your identity has been stolen or that there is another problem with your SSN, account, or benefits. These criminals continue to evolve and find new ways to steal your money and personal information. On National Slam the Scam Day and throughout the year, the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department gives you the tools to recognize Social Security related scams in order to stop scammers from stealing your money and personal information.
Tips on how to avoid falling victim to scam callers:
· If you receive what seems to be a suspicious call, text, or email, verify the identity of the contact through an independent source such as an agency online website, online search engine or phone book directory. Do not use the contact info provided by the caller on the message the scammers sent.
· Do not feel pressured by the threatening caller until you have verified their identity and story. You can ask the caller for their name, employee identification number, callback number, and a reference number for the matter they are calling about. This information can be used to contact the organization directly to determine the validity of the request.
· It’s OK to Hang UP especially if you suspect the call to be a scam.
· Never send money or give bank account details, or other personal information to anyone you don’t know or trust.
· Don’t be so quick to give personal information. Always verify who you are speaking with if the call doesn’t seem legitimate, ask them to mail you the information.
Or directly contact the Social Security Administration at 1-800-229-6297 or visit https://www.ssa.gov/scam/resources.html if you feel you have been a victim of these crimes.
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Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department would like to warn the public of phone call scammers Impersonating L.A. County Deputies using spoofing apps that show their number on the victim’s caller ID as the Sheriff’s office or local police agencies.
Los Angeles County continues to receive reports from residents receiving phone calls from scammers claiming to be a Sheriff’s office Sergeant, Lieutenant or personnel asking for payment for missing grand jury duty subpoena. The scammers will then ask for some type of electronic payment and threaten the callers with their arrest if their payment is not received.
Remember, if there is a warrant for your arrest, you will not receive a phone call from the Sheriff’s Office.
Stay informed by following the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Headquarters social media pages and your designated patrol station to help keep you up to date on crime trends and safety tips.
Tips on how to avoid falling victim to scam callers:
If you receive what seems to be a suspicious call, text, or email, verify the identity of the contact through an independent source such as an agency online website, online search engine or phone book directory.
Do not use the contact info provided by the caller on the message the scammers sent.
Do not feel pressured by the threatening caller until you have verified their identity and story. You can ask the caller for their name, employee identification number, callback number, and a reference number for the matter they are calling about. This information can be used to contact the organization directly to determine the validity of the request.
It’s OK to Hang UP especially if you suspect the call to be a scam.
Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department or any government agency would never ask for any type of payment over the phone or banking information.
All financial transactions are typically handled in person at the courthouses and custody facilities.
Never send money or give bank account details, or other personal information to anyone you don’t know or trust.
