“AOCDS is extremely proud to represent about 4,600 sworn peace officers in Orange County, California. This includes active, extra-help, and retired deputy sheriffs, district attorney investigators and public assistance investigators, sheriff-coroner investigators, probation officers, and park rangers. We go above and beyond to protect our members while they protect the nearly 3.2 million people who live here. We encourage the community to join us in our mission to make Orange County the safest and most desirable place to live, work, and play.”
— Juan Viramontes, AOCDS President
We are grateful to learn that the @lapdhq officer injured in today’s violent encounter is expected to recover after his ballistic vest stopped the round that struck him in the chest.
What began as an attempt to stop a possible stolen vehicle quickly escalated into a dangerous pursuit and officer-involved shooting- another sobering reminder that law enforcement officers never know what dangers await them when they answer the call to serve.
We extend our thoughts and prayers to this officer, his family, and his brothers and sisters at @lapdhq . We also recognize the professionalism, courage, and swift actions of the responding officers during this critical incident.
Please join us in keeping all involved in your thoughts as the investigation moves forward. ... See MoreSee Less
Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2026 AOCDS Memorial Golf Tournament benefiting the AOCDS Memorial Fund. Because of the incredible support of our sponsors, golfers, volunteers, vendors, AOCDS members, allied law enforcement agencies, and community partners, another successful tournament is in the books.
The AOCDS Memorial Fund supports peace officers or the families of officers who are killed or injured in the line of duty, suffering from a serious medical condition, experiencing a catastrophic circumstance, disabled, or retired and in need of assistance.
We extend our sincere appreciation to our generous sponsors whose continued commitment helps make this event possible year after year. We also thank every golfer and supporter who spent the day with us on the course in support of this important cause.
Together, we honored the fallen, strengthened the bonds of our law enforcement community, and helped ensure the AOCDS Memorial Fund remains a resource for those who need it most.
Thank you for your support, generosity, and dedication. We look forward to seeing you next year! ... See MoreSee Less
Our thoughts are with @sfpdofficial and SFPD Officer Brittney Taylor shot in the line of duty Sunday night in San Francisco’s Bayview District.
According to authorities, Officer Taylor was struck multiple times during a violent encounter that followed a vehicle pursuit. She is expected to survive but faces a long road to recovery. Two suspects were taken into custody, and firearms were recovered at the scene.
Every day, law enforcement professionals put themselves in harm’s way to protect their communities. We stand with our brothers and sisters in blue and wish SFPD Officer Taylor strength, healing, and a full recovery. ... See MoreSee Less
Last night, we gathered in solemn remembrance to honor the courageous peace officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to others. Their dedication, bravery, and commitment to protecting our communities will never be forgotten.
During this evening’s 2026 Orange County Peace Officers’ Memorial Ceremony, special tribute was paid to Orange County Sheriff’s Sergeant Matt Davis, whose End of Watch was September 22, 2002. Sgt. Davis served the residents of Orange County with honor and distinction for 16 years before succumbing to injuries sustained in an on-duty traffic collision while serving as a motor sergeant. His legacy of service, professionalism, and sacrifice continues to inspire those who wear the badge today. We honor Sgt. Davis and all of our fallen heroes. Their watch has ended, but their sacrifice will never be forgotten. ... See MoreSee Less
Today, AOCDS was honored to receive a generous donation to the AOCDS Memorial Fund from @longdavidliu_ca49ad Esq.
We also appreciated the opportunity to be joined by @asmphillipchen in support of the Memorial Fund’s mission of assisting law enforcement families in times of greatest need.
Thank you to everyone who continues to stand behind the men and women of law enforcement and the families we serve. ... See MoreSee Less
🤠 HOWDY Y’ALL! 🍖🍻
Good food, cold drinks, and a great cause? Count us in.
On Friday, May 22, 2026, we’re teaming up with @briansoriginalsportsbar Brian’s Beer & Billiards + @bigbsbarbecue Big B’s Barbecue for a fundraiser benefiting the @aocds Memorial Fund ❤️
🔥 20% of ALL sales that day will be donated to support peace officers or the families of officers who are killed or injured in the line of duty, suffering from a serious medical condition, experiencing a catastrophic circumstance, disabled, or retired and in need of assistance, among other things.
So yes… your ribs, burgers, and bites are officially doing community service. 😎
🎶 BONUS:
The AOCDS Pipe Band will be performing at 1:00 PM — and trust us, bagpipes + BBQ = a vibe.
📍 1944 N. Placentia Ave., Fullerton, CA
👉 Show this flyer or mention AOCDS so your purchase counts toward the donation total!
Bring your friends, your family, and your appetite (stretchy pants encouraged). Let’s show up big for an amazing cause. ❤️
#AOCDS #Fundraiser #FullertonEvents #SupportLocal #BBQ ... See MoreSee Less
Today, AOCDS was honored to stand alongside thousands of law enforcement officers, survivors, and supporters from across the nation at the National Peace Officers Memorial Service on the West Lawn of the United States Capitol in Washington during National Police Week.
This solemn and powerful ceremony serves as one of the nation’s most significant tributes to the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. National leaders, including Vice President JD Vance, joined law enforcement personnel and surviving families in paying tribute to America’s fallen heroes and recognizing the sacrifices made by those who wear the badge in service to their communities.
AOCDS was proud to have our Honor Guard and Pipe Band representing Orange County and standing shoulder to shoulder with agencies from across the country in remembrance of those who gave everything in service to others. We also paid tribute to our own End of Watch heroes whose names are forever etched into the walls of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial- a permanent reminder that their sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Throughout this week, we have witnessed the incredible unity of the law enforcement profession as officers, deputies, investigators, families, and supporters gather not only to mourn, but to honor, reflect, and ensure the legacy of the fallen lives on.
To all of our fallen heroes: your sacrifice will always be remembered, your service will never be forgotten, and your watch will continue through those who carry the mission forward. ... See MoreSee Less
The 32nd Annual Pipe Band Memorial March and Service took place yesterday in Washington, DC, as part of National Police Week. Organized by the National Conference of Law Enforcement Emerald Societies (NCLEES), the event brought together massed law-enforcement pipe bands, honor guards, and agencies from across the United States and Canada in tribute to fallen officers.
Marchers stepped off from Capitol Hill and proceeded to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial, where the memorial service honored those who made the ultimate sacrifice. The ceremony featured memorial wreath presentations, guest speakers, honor guards, and the powerful sound of pipes and drums echoing through the Memorial grounds.
Our Pipe Band and Honor Guard were proudly represented among the agencies participating in this year’s march and service, standing alongside law-enforcement professionals from across the country in remembrance, unity, and respect for the fallen. ... See MoreSee Less
Last night, we gathered at the National Mall for the 38th Annual National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund Candlelight Vigil- a powerful evening of remembrance honoring America’s fallen heroes.
During the ceremony, @lapdhq Chief Jim McDonnell and @lasdhq Sheriff Robert Luna presented the Roll Call for California’s fallen officers, paying tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities.
This year, 363 names of U.S. law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty will be added to the walls of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial as part of the 2026 “Roll Call of Heroes.” Among them are 109 federal, state, tribal, and local officers who lost their lives in 2025, along with 254 officers from previous years whose sacrifice will now forever be memorialized in stone.
Their names, their service, and their sacrifice will never be forgotten. We stand united in honoring these heroes and the families, friends, and agencies who continue to carry their legacy forward. ... See MoreSee Less