CASTAIC, Calif. (KABC) — A Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department deputy has died, months after he was critically injured in a fire and explosion at a training facility in Castaic, his attorney confirmed Sunday.
Alfredo “Freddy” Flores died from his injuries Saturday night, according to Joe A. Nunez, the attorney for the Flores family.
Flores and another deputy were seriously wounded back in October when their equipment malfunctioned during a training drill at a mobile shooting range at the Pitchess Detention Center.
He loved working for the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and dedicated his life to serving and protecting our community.
Flores worked for the department for 22 years “with dedication and pride,” the department said in a statement.
“Deputy Flores worked many assignments throughout his tenure in the Department and touched many lives through his work at North County Correctional Facility, Altadena Station, and Court Services West Bureau.
He was well-respected in the Department and in the community and his passing will leave a huge void in the hearts of many who knew him.
Our continued thoughts and prayers are with the Flores family, friends, and colleagues during this tragic time,” the sheriff said.
CASTAIC, Calif. (KABC) — According to his attorney on Sunday, a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department deputy passed away several months after suffering serious injuries in a fire and explosion at a training facility in Castaic.
Joe A. reported that Alfredo “Freddy” Flores passed away on Saturday night due to his injuries. Nunez, the Flores family lawyer.
When their equipment failed during a training exercise at a mobile shooting range at the Pitchess Detention Center, Flores and another deputy suffered serious injuries back in October.
In a statement, his family said, “We announce with heavy hearts and profound sadness the passing of our beloved Alfredo “Freddy” Flores. He bravely fought for his life after suffering severe injuries while performing his duty. As a son, brother, father, and husband, Freddy was wonderful and loving. In addition to dedicating his life to serving and defending our community, he enjoyed working for the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
Nothing could have prepared us for his unexpected departure due to injuries sustained from equipment malfunctioning during a training drill, even though law enforcement officers and their families are well aware of the inherent risks associated with the position. We are finding it difficult to accept this unbelievable tragedy, and Freddy’s passing is a terrible blow. We appreciate the community’s support during this very trying time. “.”.
Flores served the department “with pride and dedication” for 22 years, according to a statement from the department.
Over the course of his employment with the Department, Deputy Flores handled a variety of assignments and had a profound impact on many people at Altadena Station, Court Services West Bureau, and North County Correctional Facility. Many who knew him will be deeply saddened by his passing because he was highly respected both in the Department and in the community. We will be keeping the Flores family, friends, and coworkers in our prayers during this very sad time “the sheriff stated.
