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Shout- out to our Star Wars fans as we close out the year. Trekkies and non-sci-fi fans - we wish everyone a safe and happy New Year. Please celebrate responsibly. Peace and blessings from Century Station.
Pirate Treasure or Protected from Pirates
Here are 4 easy safety tips to help keep your packages secure this season
✅ Use a doorbell camera
✅ Track your deliveries
✅ Use a stand alone or porch locker
✅ Ask a trusted neighbor to collect your packages
Candy Cane Lane Lynwood Parade🎄
We loved seeing families come together to celebrate the season. Thank you for everyone who joined us and helped make it a memorable celebration.
END OF WATCH: WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 1973
Dep. Andrews was shot and killed during a robbery attempt at a service station while he was off duty.
The suspect was arrested and convicted and has since been released from prison.
END OF WATCH: TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 1970
Dep. Louis Wallace was shot and killed after he stopped a suspicious person in a stolen vehicle near 713 S. Long Beach Boulevard in Compton.
Despite being mortally wounded, Dep. Wallace was able to return fire and kill the suspect.
December 7, 1941 - a day that tested our nation and revealed the strength of its heroes.
Their courage reminds us at Century Station why we serve: to stand watch, protect our communities, and to honor those who came before us.
Never forgotten. 🇺🇸
Our officers and professional staff at Century Station share what they're grateful for this holiday season. From our Century Station family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving!
ALT END OF WATCH: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 1977
Deputy Sheriff Didier Hurdle was shot and killed after stopping two suspected gang members at the intersection of Knopf Street and Oleander Avenue at 8:45 p.m.
When Deputy Hurdle and a cadet trainee stopped the suspect's car, the suspect exited and opened fire. The cadet was wounded in the leg but was able to return fire and wounded the suspect. Deputy Hurdle was shot and killed.
Responding deputies were able to follow the suspects' blood trail. He was apprehended and charged with the murder of a police officer and possession of PCP. The other suspect was arrested and charged with aiding and abetting a known felon. On May 26, 1979, Deputy Hurdle's killer, 25, was convicted of second-degree murder and sentenced to 11 years.
Fun fact: The Los Angeles County Sheriff Department recognizes the brave men and women in the military by temporarily authorizing the department's shoulder patch to be worn with a military camouflage overlay.