LASD Training

A message from Sheriff Allex Villanueva: As of this Tuesday September 29, 2020, the Board of Supervisors continued their campaign to defund the LASD. $105 milli...on additional dollars are being diverted to support criminal offender programs such as the Alternatives to Incarceration (ATI) initiative. This is at the expense of patrol deputies who keep our families safe, detectives who investigate hundreds of cases, and custody resources that keep the community safe. Please read all the details at: https://lasd.org/county-continues-to-defund-law-enforcement/ See more

$100K REWARD OFFER in Manhunt for Suspect in Ambush Shooting of 2 LA Sheriff’s Deputies #Compton Los Angeles County Sheriff's Homicide investigators are continu...ing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting of two LASD deputies. The incident was reported Saturday, September 12, 2020, at approximately 6:58 p.m., at the MLK Transit Center in Compton. A lone gunman ambushed two of our deputies last night. The suspect approached the vehicle from behind and fired several rounds from his firearm at the deputies, striking them. The deputies sustained critical injuries. The suspect is described as a male Black 28-30 years-old, wearing dark clothing. He was last seen northbound on Willowbrook Avenue in a black 4-door sedan. The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has authorized a $100,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect. There is no additional information available at this time. Sheriff Alex Villanueva said We at the LASD would like to offer our sincerest appreciation for the overwhelming support being offered from all over the Nation. We also wish to thank the LA County Board of Supervisors for sponsoring the $100K reward for the arrest and conviction of this coward." Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department's Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500. If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call "Crime Stoppers" by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the P3 Tips Mobile APP on Google play or the Apple App Store or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org

***This is Homeless Court*** The 1st time people experiencing homelessness were able to appear in person to resolve Misdemeanor charges & Non-Traffic Infraction...s in an open location outside the courthouse to maintain social distancing precautions. Providers were also offered a one-stop location for mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment & housing placement, without being transported to court or off-site to access services. COVID-19 has disproportionately affected people experiencing homelessness & significantly increased the risk of exposure to transportation providers, community partners, attorneys, court staff and Judges. LA County Sheriff Villanueva thanks everyone for participating! #StrongerTogether #LASD #Homelessness #Judge #Court

To those protesting at South LA Sheriff’s Station: We support the community wanting to protest, to peacefully exercise their 1st Amendment rights. However, we... are concerned there are individuals from outside of the community, and state, wanting to incite riots. Those individuals have already committed acts of vandalism, looting and assaults utilizing rocks, pipes and mortars. Everyone’s public safety is our priority. If you are in the area, please be aware of your surroundings so that you are not hurt by those inciting violence. #StaySafe

Sheriff Villanueva discusses #BobcatFire update, response, resources, & law enforcement safety missions. @LACoFD

Go Safely, California: September is Pedestrian Safety Month September is Pedestrian Safety Month and the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department will join law e...nforcement agencies across the state to educate the public on how to be safe when walking or driving. While the COVID-19 pandemic and wildfire emergencies have had an impact on Californians, the safety of pedestrians remains a cause for concern. Since 2009, the number of pedestrians killed or injured on California roads has increased dramatically, accounting for nearly 25% of all roadway deaths. A report released earlier this year by the Governors Highway Association (GHSA) projected that pedestrian deaths in 2019 reached the highest point in more than 30 years. More people are out walking, exercising and doing what they can to spend a little time outdoors after spending so much time inside staying at home, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Sergeant, Robert Hill said. Looking out for one another is the least we can do during these difficult times. For the safety of everyone walking or driving, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department will have additional deputies on patrol throughout the month of September specifically looking for violations made by drivers and pedestrians that make roads unsafe. These violations include speeding, illegal turns, failure to yield, not stopping for signs or signals, and pedestrians who do not cross in marked crosswalks or designated crossing areas. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department offers steps drivers and pedestrians can take to be safe: Pedestrians Ditch the distractions. Keep your eyes up and phones down, especially when crossing the street. Always use marked crosswalks, preferably at stop signs or signals. Make eye contact and nod or wave at drivers. A quick nod or wave is an easy way to let a driver know you see them, and they see you. Be extra careful crossing streets or entering crosswalks at night when it is harder to see. Get in the habit of walking with a flashlight or wearing a reflective vest so it is easier for drivers to spot you. If you need to briefly walk into the street to maintain social distancing on sidewalks, remember to look both ways for cars. Drivers Slow down on busy streets and at intersections. Avoid distractions, which includes cell phones, eating, using in-dash touch screens, or turning to talk to passengers. Be extra careful approaching crosswalks. Be prepared to stop for pedestrians. Stop prior to the crosswalk. Try to avoid blocking the crosswalk when making a right-hand turn. Have your headlights on and slow down at night when pedestrians are difficult to see. Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Website: http://www.lasd.org LA Crime Stoppers: Partner to prevent or report crime by contacting your local Sheriff’s station. If you wish to remain anonymous, call LA Crime Stoppers by dialing 800-222-TIPS (8477), using your smartphone by downloading the P3 MOBILE APP on Google play or the App Store, or using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org *Text & Email, Register for LASD Nixle messages: To receive more detailed, up-to-date information via E-MAIL and/or TEXT directly from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD), sign up for "Nixle" alerts at http://www.Nixle.com and register for "LASD Headquarters Newsroom (SHB), Los Angeles County Sheriff" AND your local LASD station area. Or, to receive URGENT TEXT ALERTS ONLY, text your zip code to 888777. Standard text messaging rates may apply depending on your calling plan.

Sheriff Alex Villanueva visited with the daughter of 80 y/o assault Victim Roberto Flores-Lopez & his beloved family. Mr. Flores-Lopez passed after injuries he sustained during a robbery in Lancaster. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love & support surrounding you.

A message from from Sheriff Alex Villanueva As your Sheriff, I promised to Reform, Rebuild, and Restore the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. As part of... this commitment, I have implemented a body worn camera program as a means to ensure we perform our duties in a manner that provides equal protection of all persons in our communities and transparency. Body worn cameras provide the opportunity to record interactions between law enforcement and the public. They also add a new measure in achieving fair and impartial treatment of persons who become involved in the criminal justice system. Body worn cameras will provide increased opportunity to review our performance following critical incidents, reduce force and complaints, reduce allegations of misconduct, showcase exemplary work, and provide additional evidence in criminal matters. This week, after a lengthy and thorough negotiation, the Department has contracted with Axon for the next 5 years to outfit all field deputies with body worn cameras. We expect to deploy 5,248 body cameras department wide over the next 18 months. In approximately 60 days, body cameras will be deployed to the first five stations: Century Station, Lakewood Station, Lancaster Station, West Hollywood Station, and Industry Station. Compton Station, East Los Angeles Station, and remaining stations will soon follow. Network and infrastructure upgrades are continuing at each patrol station. This will allow field personnel to upload, display, and process body worn camera footage without network delays. Department wide training will soon be conducted to train all field personnel on the use of body worn cameras along with the department’s policy and procedures. Training of our employees is critical to the success of the program, and on-going evaluation of the policies, along with measures for success both internally and externally. Sincerely, ALEX VILLANUEVA, SHERIFF To learn more, please visit https://lasd.org/transparency/bodyworncameras/

UPDATE: @LACoSheriff directs in-depth review of LASD’s patrol rifle deployment policy and training.