Statement on Recent Incident at Palmdale Sheriff’s Station

Lancaster, CA. September 16, 2023 — The City of Lancaster is deeply saddened and shocked by the recent incident involving a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) Palmdale Deputy. It is with heavy hearts that we extend our deepest condolences to the deputy’s family and colleagues during this devastating time.

“We are heartbroken by the loss of one of our City’s protectors,” said Mayor R. Rex Parris. “We join our entire community in expressing our profound sorrow and support for the deputy’s family and loved ones. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers our dedicated law enforcement officers face daily in their commitment to safeguarding our communities. We stand with our brothers and sisters at the LASD and offer our full assistance.”

Mayor Parris continued, “Our grief is immeasurable. This incident underscores the risks our law enforcement officers shoulder every day to keep us safe. We stand united in mourning and unwavering support for our Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.”

The City of Lancaster is deeply committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents. As we continue to embark on this journey with our newly formed Lancaster Police Department, we reaffirm our unwavering support for the brave men and women who put their lives on the line to protect us.

As we mourn the loss of our deputy, we ask anyone with information related to this incident to come forward and assist law enforcement in their investigation.

Courtesy of : City of Lancaster