“I am devastated and heartbroken by the conduct of those first responders who had the responsibility to protect the dignity and privacy of the victims who perished in the tragic helicopter crash in Calabasas.” -Sheriff Alex Villanueva
See the attached video link from the NBC Today Show:
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It could be yours if you join the Los Angeles Superhero 5K Run Walk Health & Safety Expo in San Dimas, Saturday, April 25, 2020.
We had a blast last year and can’t wait to see you again this year. Don’t forget to bring your family, friends and neighbors for a fun filled day. Costumes are optional.
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On Saturday,
February 29, 2020, Sheriff Villanueva visited Agape Church of Los Angeles and the
city of Compton to celebrate the Black History Month with the people we serve. He
presented awards to the community leaders to appreciate their contributions to
public safety and community service.
Through the
month of February, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department shared the
stories of deputies and personnel who led by examples and to this day made a positive
impact to the communities we serve.
We celebrate
Black History Monty, also take an opportunity to recognize the hardworking
people with their extraordinary achievements, which has galvanized and united
us to make our leadership accessible and ultimately more successful.
Captain Tonya P. Edwards is a 31-year veteran of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, beginning her career in 1988. After graduating from the Academy, she worked at Sybil Brand Institute (SBI). Nine years of patrol began with training at Firestone Station, and later at Lynwood Station where she worked on bicycle patrol. She helped open Century Station in 1994, and later became a Field Training Officer. She transferred to Industry Station, where she worked patrol, Youth Activities League (YAL), and C.O.P.S. She left patrol in 1999 and worked as a Gang Enforcement Team (GET) deputy at Safe Streets Bureau, then she spent the next four years as a detective at Narcotics Bureau. In 2005, she promoted to sergeant and worked Custody at PDC – North/South. She transferred to Patrol at Norwalk Station and was later assigned to Safe Streets Bureau – OSS Detectives, where she was part of the Monrovia/Duarte Gang Task Force, and also worked as an OSS Detective at Compton and Carson Stations.
In 2010, she was promoted to lieutenant and worked watch commander at Men’s Central Jail, then Crescenta Valley/Altadena, and San Dimas Stations. She also worked at Century Station Patrol in Operations and at Custody Support Services (CSS) as the Division Compliance Lieutenant, then at Men’s Central Jail in Operations, and as an Executive Aide to the Custody Division Assistant Sheriff, Mr. Robert J. Olmsted and Bruce D. Chase.
In 2016, during Captain Edwards’ assignment at CSS, she was given the Custody Training Officer (CTO) and Probationary Employee training project, which sought bonus status and a 5.5% pay increase for custody training personnel. She also oversaw the revamp of the entire Custody Division training curriculum for newly assigned deputies, including the approval of a new database to assist with the probationary employees and their training.
Captain Edwards holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Long Beach State University in Occupational Studies, and a Master’s Degree from National University in Public Administration, and she is certified fluent in Spanish.
Captain Edwards will participate in the 2020 Police Unity Tour in Washington DC, and also enjoys snow skiing and weight lifting. Thank you for your years of dedication to our Department. #blackhistorymonth
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The Sheriff’s Department is aware of recent media reports alleging deputies shared images from the January 26th, 2020 helicopter crash, which tragically claimed the lives of nine people. The facts surrounding these allegations are currently under investigation, as are the effectiveness of existing policies and procedures. The Sheriff is deeply disturbed at the thought deputies could allegedly engage in such an insensitive act. A thorough investigation will be conducted by the Department, with the number one priority of protecting the dignity and privacy of the victims and their families.
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Today marked the 4th Immigrant Community Leadership
Summit, a joint partnership between the GRULAC consulates and law enforcement
in Los Angeles.
Hosted jointly by Ambassador Marcela Celorio and Marcia Loureiro
of the Consulates of Mexico and Brazil, respectively, the discussion topics
were 1) the abuse of opioids and 2) recovery strategies following natural
disasters. Both topics are of importance to consular officers as their
constituents live and travel through Los Angeles.
The summit brought together Consuls General of Latin American
Consulates with experts from the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), Federal Bureau
of Investigation (FBI), Long Beach Police Department (LBPD), Los Angeles Police
Department (LAPD), and the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
(LASD)—including Sheriff Alex Villanueva.
Over the course of the morning, attendees heard presentations from
the FBI and DEA on opioids. Renowned seismologist Dr. Lucy Jones followed
up with an informative session on earthquakes, damage mitigation, and the need
for community resilience after a large disaster.
On the topic of opioids, Sheriff Villanueva was clear in his
message, advising that parents must learn to recognize the symptoms of opioid
abuse, and to watch for those habits in their children. He added that the
Department diligently investigates dealers and practitioners suspected of
over-prescribing opioids. LASD subject matter experts from Narcotics
Bureau contributed information on how the Department works with federal, state,
and local law enforcement agencies to stop pharmacies operating
illicitly. The mission of the LASD
Narcotics Bureau is to investigate and enforce the law as it pertains to the
use, possession, sale, manufacturing, and transportation of controlled
substances.
Personnel from LASD’s Emergency Operations Bureau
also participated in the roundtable discussion, and helpfully contributed the
County of Los Angeles “Emergency Survival Guide,” which can also be downloaded
in multiple languages: https://lacounty.gov/emergency/emergency-survival-guide/
Though
the topics discussed were very diverse, the summit will surely lead to future
discussions on how consulates and law enforcement must work together for the
benefit of all LA County residents.
In
fact, as the event wrapped up, Sheriff Villanueva announced that LASD is slated
to host the 5th edition of the Immigrant Community Leadership Summit
later this year.
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Sheriff Alex Villanueva would like to thank KTLA News Reporters Lu Parker and Glen Walker for the one on one discussion this evening. Sheriff Alex Villanueva was able to discuss successful stories from the Department that affect all LA County;
1- The successful outcome of LA Human Trafficking Task Force Operation 2- Successful results of the “We All Count” event 3- Story about a local 3rd grade hero from Lakewood
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Thank you to Pastor KW Tulloss for inviting Sheriff Villanueva and Undersheriff Tim Murakami to speak at the Baptist Ministers Conference of So. California w/the Honorable Dr. Carl Washington. With community engagement, we strive to improve accountability & trust which are vital to those we serve.
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