Los Angeles Police Department, California
End of Watch Thursday, February 7, 2008
Add to My HeroesRandal David Simmons
Police Officer Randy Simmons was shot and killed as he and other members of the Los Angeles SWAT Team made entry into a home at approximately 12:30 am.
The team had been deployed to the home after a subject inside called 911 and claimed to have murdered three family members.
As the team entered, the subject opened fire, striking Officer Simmons and a second officer. Both officers were immediately transported to Northridge Medical Center, where Officer Simmons succumbed to his wounds approximately 30 minutes later.
The subject was later shot and killed by another member of the SWAT team as the standoff continued.
Officer Simmons had served with the Los Angeles Police Department for 27 years. He is survived by his wife, two children, parents, and two sisters.
Bio
- Age 51
- Tour 27 years
- Badge 22885
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 865 ReflectionsWe honored Randy yesterday at CrossFit Salt in Brunswick GA. Thank you for your sacrifice.
Jamie -CrossFit Salt
May 13, 2025
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