Officer Michael A. Osornio

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

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Mike, it’s now been 29 years since that tragic night. Most of us that worked with you have since retired, but you will always be a part of our family. I will always cherish our friendship. I will always miss you my friend. RIP brother.

Sgt. Jeff Baylos (Retired)
La Habra PD

October 31, 2023

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