Officer Michael A. Osornio, La Habra Police Department, California

Officer Michael A. Osornio

La Habra Police Department, California

End of Watch Monday, October 31, 1994

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Michael A. Osornio

Officer Michael Osornio was killed when a drunk driver broadsided his patrol car at the intersection of La Habra Boulevard and Beach Boulevard.

The drunk driver ran a red light and struck his patrol car at an estimated 60 mph. Officer Osornio was flown to the UCI Medical Center in Orange, where he succumbed to his injuries.

The 51-year-old suspect, who had a blood alcohol level of 0.18, was charged in connection with Officer Orsonio's death. He was convicted of vehicular manslaughter and sentenced to six years in prison.

Officer Osornio had served with the La Habra Police Department for 14 months. He was survived by his fiancee, parents, sisters, and brother.

Bio

Age 26
Tour 1 year, 2 months
Badge 273

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Sentenced to 6 years

Impaired Driver

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Officer Osornio continues to be an inspiration to Law Enforcement. His bravery and courage lives on. Officer Osornio is the true definition of a hero and embodies what all officers aim to be.
Thank you for inspiring the future of law enforcement, Officer Osornio.
May you rest in peace.

Cadet Ryan Alsobrook
Rio Hondo Class #218

June 19, 2025