Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Assoc. - PPOA

09/29/2026

Tomorrow (9/30) is the final day to nominate a worthy member!

09/29/2026

Our deepest condolences to the Liles family and everyone at California Highway Patrol

It is with profound sadness that the California Highway Patrol announces the line-of-duty death of Officer Brian Liles of the Visalia Area.

On September 28, 2026, at approximately 5:11 p.m., CHP Motorcycle Officer Liles was involved in an on-duty traffic crash on State Route 99, just north of State Route 190 in Tipton. He sustained critical injuries and, despite lifesaving efforts, succumbed to his injuries at the scene.

Officer Liles, 44, served the people of California for more than 16 years. After graduating from the CHP Academy in 2010, he was assigned to the San Jose Area and later served in the Hayward and Fresno Areas before transferring to the Visalia Area in 2019.

Officer Liles is survived by his wife, two children, his parents, and two sisters.

The CHP extends its deepest condolences to Officer Liles’ family, friends, loved ones, and all who served alongside him. His dedication to public service and commitment to protecting the people of California will not be forgotten.

09/25/2026

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09/18/2026

Another PPOA member taking care of business. Congrats sir!

Congratulations to Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Lieutenant Bryan Sirkel who recently graduated from the FBI National Academy!

Sheriff Robert Luna proudly supports the continued professional development of Department personnel and opportunities that strengthen leadership, expand knowledge, and build partnerships throughout the law enforcement profession.

We are proud of Lieutenant Sirkel for representing LASD with professionalism and distinction. The knowledge, experience, and leadership he brings back will help strengthen our Department and enhance the service we provide to the communities of Los Angeles County.

Please join Sheriff Luna and the entire LASD family in congratulating our graduate on this outstanding achievement!

09/18/2026

09/14/2026

Join us on Oct. 22nd for a festive celebration and a very worthy cause!

09/11/2026

Remembering 9/11.

09/11/2026

Head to Industry Station on the 16th to show your support for SGT Chea!

09/10/2026

We extend our sincere condolences to the families and friends of the following PPOA members who passed in June/July 2026:

Retired SGT Charles Pat Carroll — 6/3/26
LASD 1968-1997
Last assignment: Lennox Station
US Army veteran

Retired C.A. Gwendolyn Colvin-Brown — 6/24/26
LASD 1970-2000
Last assignment: Twin Towers Correctional Facility

Retired LT Walter Thurner — 6/30/26
LASD 1962-1983
Academy class #96
Last assignment: Emergency Operations Bureau
US Navy veteran

Retired CAPT Barbara Persten — 7/1/26
LASD 1971-2001
Academy class #175
Last assignment: Custody Division
Daughter of the late Sheriff Sherman Block

SGT Robert La Voie — 7/7/26
LASD 2000-2026
Assigned to Communications and Fleet Management Bureau at time of passing
US Marine Corps veteran

Retired DEP IV Larry Touquet — 7/11/26
LASD 1962-1992
Academy class #97
Last assignment: Men’s Central Jail
US Navy veteran

Retired SGT Edward W. Baker — 7/19/26
LASD 1970-1996
Academy class #146
Last assignment: Sybil Brand Institute
US Army veteran