El Monte police

2022 - 6 - 15

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Gunman in killing of El Monte police officers was on probation for ... (Los Angeles Times)

The suspect's mother, Lynn Covarrubias, confirmed Wednesday her son Justin Flores was killed by police in the shooting. Advertisement. Covarrubias, 54, said her ...

“Heartbroken doesn’t begin to express the loss that we feel,” El Monte Mayor Jessica Ancona added during a Tuesday night news conference. He declined to describe in detail the sequence of events that culminated in the officers’ deaths. Two sources with the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office identified the gunman as Flores. One said Flores was on probation for a gun possession offense at the time of the shooting and had been arrested last year for possessing a firearm and narcotics. They were murdered by a coward.” Officials did not name the officers, saying their relatives were still being notified of their deaths. He had a daughter,” Covarrubias said. Her son’s wife called Tuesday and said he was dead, but Covarrubias didn’t believe it. The officers were taken to L.A. County-USC Medical Center, where they died. Both had family in El Monte. He was a person too. According to court records, Flores pleaded no contest on Feb. 10, 2021, to being a felon in possession of a firearm as part of a plea deal. The suspect was pronounced dead at the scene.

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Memorial grows for 2 officers killed in El Monte shooting; Suspect ... (KTLA)

A memorial is growing Wednesday for two El Monte police officers who were shot and killed in the line of duty Tuesday night. Flowers and candles are being ...

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Memorial grows for 2 officers killed in El Monte shootout (FOX 11 Los Angeles)

A community is grieving and a memorial continues to grow outside the El Monte Police Department after two officers were killed in a shooting on Tuesday ...

El Monte Mayor Jessica Ancona said the officers died "while trying to keep a family safe." The two officers were rushed to the LAC +USC Medical Center where they died from their injuries sustained in the shooting. Investigators said the two officers were ambushed after responding to a call near the Siesta Inn near Garvey and Central avenues Monday evening.

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2 police officers were killed responding to a possible stabbing at a ... (CNN)

Andrew Meyer said. "The suspect fled the hotel room into the parking lot and a second officer-involved shooting occurred. Two officers from El Monte Police ...

"They paid the ultimate sacrifice serving their community, trying to help somebody. Two officers from El Monte Police Department and the suspect were struck by gunfire." "We stand in solidarity with them, embrace them and their families." The two officers were taken to LAC + USC Medical Center, where they died of their injuries. The other fallen officer was a new officer, patrolling our streets, excited to be on the force." The other officer had been on the job for less than a year.

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El Monte Police Video Appears to Show Gun Battle Before Officers ... (Newsweek)

Two police officers were shot dead in California on Tuesday, authorities say. The El Monte Police Department confirmed that a shooting had taken place at the ...

"It weighs heavy on our hearts and we are sending our support to their families. Sirens can also be heard as two people are seen getting out of a vehicle and taking cover. In the footage, multiple gunshots can be heard as someone records from the street.

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El Monte police officers die after being shot while responding to ... (KABC-TV)

The El Monte community and law enforcement members from across Southern California were in mourning for two police officers who died after being shot.

Neither the officers or the suspect have been identified to the public. "There are no words to describe our grief and devastation by this senseless act as we learned about the passing of two of our police officers. The officers responded to a possible stabbing at the Siesta Inn near Garvey and Central avenues just before 5 p.m. Tuesday, authorities said. Paredes began his law enforcement career as a cadet with the Police Department, before being sworn in as a full-time police officer in July of 2000, the statement said. The suspect fled and moved to the parking lot, where more gunfire was exchanged. After six years of service with the Public Works Department, he transitioned to a career in law enforcement, according to the news release. Neither the officers or the suspect have been identified to the public. "There are no words to describe our grief and devastation by this senseless act as we learned about the passing of two of our police officers. The officers responded to a possible stabbing at the Siesta Inn near Garvey and Central avenues just before 5 p.m. Tuesday, authorities said. Paredes began his law enforcement career as a cadet with the Police Department, before being sworn in as a full-time police officer in July of 2000, the statement said. The suspect fled and moved to the parking lot, where more gunfire was exchanged. After six years of service with the Public Works Department, he transitioned to a career in law enforcement, according to the news release.

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Killing of two El Monte police officers in shooting stuns city: 'They ... (Los Angeles Times)

The shooting occurred near Central and Garvey avenues in El Monte, authorities said. One suspect was also killed.

After a 12-hour nursing shift at a local convalescent home, Ramirez had planned to grab groceries and pick up a couple of tacos. “Heartbroken doesn’t begin to express the loss that we feel,” El Monte Mayor Jessica Ancona said during a Tuesday night news conference. A suspect, 33-year-old Pejhmaun Iraj Khosroabadi, was arrested after a manhunt that stretched into Tuesday morning. “I didn’t want to go home hungry.” She said she didn’t know any details about the shooting and what prompted it. He declined to describe in detail the sequence of events that culminated in the officers’ deaths. But she found the businesses closed and the street dark. “We stand with you at this time of great loss.” The officers were taken to L.A. County-USC Medical Center, where they died. “And believe me … these two men were loved.” Officials did not name the officers, saying their relatives were still being notified of their deaths. They were murdered by a coward.”

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Local law enforcement agencies comment on deaths of El Monte ... (FOX40)

The Stockton Police Department and the Citrus Heights Police Department shared their condolences with the El Mote Police Department after two of their ...

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El Monte community mourns; Procession held for officers killed (CBS News)

Locals gathered to partake in Tuesday evening's police procession and have continued to add to a growing memorial outside of the El Monte Police Department ...

Some left signs thanking the officers for their service, while others lit candles and left bouquets of flowers. "The other fallen officer was a new officer patrolling our streets, excited to be on the force and ensuring that the community members he had met along the way were protected." "These two officers were like family in our community with deep ties to our neighborhoods," said El Monte Mayor Jessica Ancona during a press conference following the shooting.

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2 El Monte police officers "essentially ambushed," shot and killed in ... (CBS News)

One was a 22-year veteran of the force and the other a rookie, authorities said, adding that the gunman opened fire when the officers got to a motel room ...

"I saw the suspect was on the ground," Kintsbury said. El Monte police said one officer had 22 years of experience and the other was with the department less than a year. Two police officers — one a 22-year veteran and the other a rookie — were shot and killed in the Los Angeles County city of El Monte late Tuesday afternoon, authorities said. The shooting occurred at about 4:45 p.m. local time when El Monte officers responded to a report of a stabbing at a motel. The El Monte officers were identified Wednesday as Cpl. Michael Paredes and Officer Joseph Santana. Paredes, the longtime veteran of the department, is survived by his wife, daughter and son, police said. They were murdered by a coward."

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Slain El Monte Police Officers Identified; Investigation Continuing (KFI AM 640)

El Monte community leaders and law enforcement members were in mourning Wednesday for two El Monte Police Department officers who were shot and killed at a ...

Sadly, their selfless acts of service led them to a place of evil and they were taken from us in a senseless act of cowardice. The Times reported that investigators interviewed a woman, described as the suspect's girlfriend, who was in the hotel room with him, noting that she had not been stabbed. "These heroes paid the ultimate sacrifice," acting El Monte police Chief Ben Lowry said at a Tuesday night news conference. It weighs heavy on our hearts and we are sending our support to their families. The LACoFD extends its condolences/prayers to everyone affected. Sheriff's Lt. Andrew Meyer said the officers went to the motel in response to reports of a stabbing and came under fire when they attempted to make contact with the suspect inside a room. "As a city official and, more importantly, as a mother, I can only imagine the pain and suffering their families are now enduring. According to court papers reviewed by The Times, Flores was originally charged last year with being a felon in possession of methamphetamine, a handgun and ammunition. Anonymous calls can be made to 800-222-TIPS. Court records show Flores pleaded no contest to the charge in February 2021. Both officers responded to a possible stabbing at the Siesta Inn where they were immediately taken under gunfire. He is survived by his wife, daughter and son.

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El Monte Officers Murdered, Alleged Killer on Probation for Illegal Gun (NBC Southern California)

The man who police say murdered El Monte Police Department officer Joseph Santana and Corporal Michael Paredes at a motel Tuesday afternoon was on probation ...

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Two El Monte Officers Identified in Fatal Motel Shooting (NBC Southern California)

The tight-knit El Monte community is mourning the deaths of two police officers killed in a shootout at the Siesta Inn motel.

The El Monte Police Department and The El Monte Police Officers Association created an official donation page. The department noted this is the only official donation site set up by the agency. Next to his body, which remained in the street all night, investigators say they found a gun. The officers "confronted the suspect" and a shootout erupted inside a motel room, Los Angeles County sheriff’s homicide Capt. Andrew Meyer said. City officials say the two men had deep ties to many El Monte neighborhoods. They paid the ultimate sacrifice serving their community, trying to help somebody."

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'Ambushed' El Monte police officers mourned in Coachella Valley ... (KESQ)

Law enforcement officers throughout Coachella Valley and Riverside County are among many who are now mourning their loss. In Palm Springs, the Police Department ...

Two officers from El Monte Police Department and the suspect were struck by gunfire." The other fallen officer was a new officer, patrolling our streets, excited to be on the force." "They paid the ultimate sacrifice serving their community, trying to help somebody. The other officer had been on the job for less than a year. The two officers were taken to LAC + USC Medical Center, where they died of their injuries. Meyer said it appears no victim was stabbed, but authorities are investigating. We are saddened by this senseless and tragic loss.— Palm Springs PD (@PalmSpringsPD) @elmontepolice pic.twitter.com/gUm4WOrqvV June 15, 2022 We are saddened by this senseless and tragic loss." Joseph began his career with our department in March 2018 and was a graduate of Academy Class 211. He was a great partner and loved by all who knew him. On behalf of Chief Mills and the Palm Springs PD, we extend our condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the two El Monte Police Department officers who were killed in the line of duty today. In Palm Springs, the Police Department tweeted "On behalf of Chief Mills and the Palm Springs PD, we extend our condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the two El Monte Police Department officers who were killed in the line of duty today.

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