Tuesday, June 3, 2025

LA County Flags Lowered to Honor Fallen Baldwin Park Officer, a Former PCC Student

Flags to remain at half-staff until the conclusion of Officer Samuel Riveros’ funeral service

Los Angeles County has ordered all County flags to be flown at half-staff to honor Baldwin Park Police Officer Samuel Riveros, who died in the line of duty on Saturday. Riveros was a former Pasadena City College student and had previously worked in Pasadena as a parking enforcement officer.

The flag directive, issued by Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Kathryn Barger on Monday, took effect immediately as a gesture of respect and remembrance for the fallen officer.

“This is a heartbreaking loss for our entire Los Angeles County community,” Barger said. “Officer Samuel Riveros served with courage and commitment, and his ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. We honor his life, his service, and extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and fellow officers.”

Officer Riveros tragically lost his life while on duty on Saturday, May. The County-wide tribute will continue until the conclusion of his scheduled funeral service.

County officials will issue a follow-up directive to return flags to full-staff position after the funeral services are completed. The order applies to all flags at County facilities throughout Los Angeles County.