Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, California
End of Watch Thursday, February 25, 2021
Add to My HeroesThomas Joseph Albanese
Deputy Sheriff Thomas Albanese was killed in a motorcycle crash at the intersection of Del Amo Boulevard and Paramount Boulevard, in Lakewood, at about 9:00 am.
His patrol motorcycle collided with a vehicle in the intersection and he suffered fatal injuries.
Deputy Albanese was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and had served with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department for seven years. He is survived by his wife and two young sons.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour 7 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 133 ReflectionsThank you sir, you’ve inspired me to continue to push through the academy. I hope someday people can remember me the way they remember you. Your family was your pride and joy and that hit me hard. You never stopped chasing your dreams and that’s what keeps me going listening to how you went through all the steps to finally reach your dream job. So thank you for your service and may you rest in peace, I’ll remember you.
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