Baldwin Park Police Department, California
End of Watch Saturday, May 31, 2025
Reflections for Police Officer Samuel Riveros
Thank you sir for your valiant and heroic service you committed to the Baldwin Park Police Department and your community,
Gone but never forgotten.
DST Recruit Elkhoury
LASD Class #485
June 26, 2025
Officer Samuel Riveros you're ultimate sacrifice will always be remembered and never forgotten! You're leadership and selflessness dedication to the citizens of Baldwin Park will always be an inspiration for all who wear the badge on their chest. May God rest your soul!
CLASS 485
Recruit Bejarano
LASD
June 26, 2025
May Officer Riveros Rest In Peace. Your courage, bravery and dedication to your community and your partners will serve as motivation for the countless brothers and sisters in law enforcement. Thank you for your service.
Recruit Paredes class #485
LASD
June 26, 2025
Sir, you had no hesitation, no second thoughts. You came in head strong to stop the threat, sadly it costed you your life, the ultimate sacrifice. Your bravery will always be an inspiration! Rest now in the kingdom of God.
Recruit Paolo Cotangco
ESPD Class#485
June 26, 2025
Officer Samuel Riveros, I admire your bravery and deep impact you have made with your service and sacrifice. Your sacrifice is a big reminder that the job is about something bigger than ourselves. I admire your qualities and will strive to carry forward a courage and commitment like yours Sir. Class #485 will remember.
Recruit Avelar LASD Class #485
Recruit Avelar
El Segundo PD
June 26, 2025
Officer Riveros, your sacrifice will continue to inspire future generations of Law Enforcement Officers. Thank you. You will always be honored and never forgotten.
DST CARRILLO
DST CLASS 485
June 26, 2025
Thank you for your service to the community and others. Prayers to your family and loved ones.
Rest in peace.
DST RECRUIT SIERRA
LASD CLASS #485
June 26, 2025
Officer Samuel Riveros, you were young and full of commitment. Your courage and loyalty will never be forgotten.
DST RECRUIT ESCAMILLA
LASD CLASS#485
June 26, 2025
No amount of words can truly reflect your contribution to this world sir. Thank you
DST Evan Farmer
LASD
June 26, 2025
Officer Riveros, your courage will continue to echo for years to come. Thank you for your service! May you rest in peace.
DST RECRUIT CLASS 485 RAFAEL RODRIGUEZ
LASD
June 26, 2025
Officer Riveros, your bravery is unmatched. Your commitment to your partners, civilians, and your duties as a peace officer is best among the best. It's a great misfortune that the world had lost someone as honorable as you. As a recruit in the academy, my only wish is to be able to live up to the example that you had set for all of us. May you rest in peace, and thank you for your service.
DST CHIH-HENG LIAO
LASD CLASS 485
June 26, 2025
Lord God, I pray the family and friends of Officer Riveros will turn to You in their time of mourning.
I pray You will cover them with Your peace that passes all understanding. In Jesus name I pray, Amen.
Pam
Wife of Lt. Kevin Clyde Mainhart EOW 5/11/2017
June 26, 2025
Thank you for your service Officer Samuel Riveros !!!!!
Sergeant David Dufault (Ret)
Hartford Police Dept
June 17, 2025
Officer Riveros, your legacy has been an inspiration to myself and other future law enforcement officers. We will do our best to follow in your footsteps to continue being an exemplary officer such as yourself.
Rest in peace Officer, you will never be forgotten.
Erin Murphy
June 17, 2025
We will forever remember the ultimate sacrifice made by Officer Riveros, he gave his life in the line of duty to protect and serve the community of Baldwin Park. His courage, dedication, and selflessness will never be forgotten. His legacy will live on giving others strength and courage to push forward. Rest in peace, Officer Riveros.
Cadet E. Jimenez
June 17, 2025
As I embark on my own journey in law enforcement, the immense bravery of Officer Riveros resonates deeply within me. His unwavering courage and selfless commitment to protecting the people of Baldwin Park serve as a powerful reminder. I am particularly moved by how his kindness brought joy to so many, a testament to the profound impact he had beyond his duty.
Cadet Whidby
Rio Hondo
June 17, 2025
Rest in peace, Officer Riveros. Through your vigil and reflections, it is evident that you served the community with honor and dignity. You will always be remembered.
Cadet J. Perez
Rio Hondo Police Academy Class #218
Montebello Police Department
June 17, 2025
Although I did not know Officer Riveros personally, I can see that he was admired by many. We shall carry his legacy and remember the impact he made as a peace officer. May you rest in peace, Officer Riveros.
Cadet T. Slack
June 17, 2025
My deepest condolences to the family, friends, and department of the fallen officer Sam Riveros. Losing a fellow member of law enforcement is never easy, and his sacrifice in service to the community will never be forgotten. May his courage, dedication, and selflessness continue to inspire us all. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected during this difficult time.
Hailey Ibarra
June 17, 2025
Rest in peace Officer Riveros. Your dedication to the community and department of Baldwin Park will forever be remembered. My condolences to your family, Baldwin Park Police Department, and the community of Baldwin Park.
Cadet Gonzalez Rio Hondo Police Academy #218
June 17, 2025
You will always be remembered Officer Riveros. Your legacy will never be forgotten sir.
Cadet R. Jovellanos
June 16, 2025
Rest in peace, Officer Riveros. Though I never had the honor of knowing you, I saw how much your city appreciated and loved you. Your dedication and sacrifice will never be forgotten. My deepest condolences to your family, friends, and fellow officers—may they find strength in the legacy you leave behind.
Cadet J. Gomez
June 16, 2025
May you rest peacefully Officer Riveros. GOD be with your family and loved ones Sir.
Cadet C Morales
June 16, 2025
Rest in Peace Officer Riveros. Thank you for your dedicated service to the Baldwin Park Police Department and the community.
Jason Cheng
Rio Hondo Police Academy
June 16, 2025
May Officer Samuel Riveros rest in peace, this profession takes a lot of heart and courage to do and it’s very hard to hear a passing of any officer in the line of duty. I see the positive impact that he has made in his community. He will truly be missed.
Police Officer Recruit Anthony Castellan
San Gabriel PD
June 16, 2025

