Magen Am Security held a ceremony on June 30 to rededicate one of their patrol trucks in honor of Reserve Police Officer Ivan Wolkind, who passed away suddenly off duty on May 10, having served with the LAPD for 10 years. Deputy Chief Hamilton presented a certificate of appreciation to Officer Wolkind’s family on behalf of Chief of Police Choi and the Department. 

LAPD Reserve Police Officers Albert Austria and Cesar Terrientes with Senior Lead Officer Joseph Orlanes (left) at the Sunshine Kids “Paint a Pumpkin” Halloween celebration on October 12

On September 18, LAPD reserve and full-time officers, including command staff, once again participated in the Sunshine Kids event at Elysian Park Academy. This event, originally spearheaded by now-retired Reserve Officer David Bush, has long been a cherished tradition within the Reserve Corps. Currently, it is organized by Officer Joseph Orlanes of the Community Relations Section, Office of the Chief of Police.