(714) 680-5500 • eMail: KC.5150.HEAT@ gmail.com
An Armed Society is a Polite Society...
And, Individual Self-Defense is the Central Component of the Second Amendment
5150 HEAT, LLC is a Firearms Training Academy with a focus on New Shooters, Good People that Want to Defend their Home, as well as experienced civilians interested in obtaining or renewing their Concealed Carry (CCW) License. We also train police and military personnel.
Call or email Ken or Annie: (714) 680-5500
KC.5150.HEAT@gmail.com • Annie.5150.HEAT@gmail.com
5150 HEAT, LLC - Firearms Training Academy just might be one of the most experienced and comprehensive CCW courses you'll find in SoCal. Our standards are high because we've been teaching police academy recruits and in-service police officers since 1980. We've instructed thousands of men and women at the professional law enforcement level. We are certain we can teach you too!
The 16-hour minimum California SB-2 compliant CCW Course covers basic firearms handling, Developing a Personal & Home Protection Plan, Self-Defense Firearms Basics, Defensive Shooting Fundamentals, Mental Health & Mental Health Resources, the Legal Use of Force, Violent Encounters & Their Aftermath, Gear & Gadgets, Basic & Advanced Skills, Marksmanship, State & Federal Gun Laws, and finally, storage, and maintenance of weapons. The class is concluded with a course review, discussion, written test, handgun function check, and handgun qualification session at the range.
The class requires you to bring a few things such as your own handgun, ammo, and gear.
The 16-hour minimum California SB-2 compliant CCW Course, just in case we have to field numerous questions is enough to properly learn about the in's & out’s - do's & don'ts of concealed carry. Especially if you are a newbie, or require more information and insights.
CCW License Initial Course:
Mid-Week Evening Courses Available: At least 16-hours of the California SB-2 compliant CCW Courses for NEW, First Time CCW candidates who aim to get their license. The cost for California CCW Course is $325. I am certain you'll benefit from the high-level instruction. The eTextbook: California Gun Laws & What You Need to Know on a USB Zip Drive ($35 Value). Don’t forget the California Firearms Laws Summary, by CA DOJ. Plus, numerous Student Handouts.
CCW License Renewal Course:
Mid-Week Evening Courses Available: 8-hour Minimum California SB-2 compliant CCW Course for current CCW holders who need to renew their license. $175 (Includes: eTextbook, California Gun Laws & What You Need to Know on a USB Zip Drive ($35 Value). California Firearms Laws Summary, by CA DOJ. Plus, Student Handouts). Our CCW Renewal courses usually consist of presentation of recent California Laws & Updates, discussion, Q&A. The final stage will be dedicated to firearm(s) inspection & qualification. Then, finally, presentation of CCW Certificates of Completion.
CCW License Renewal Course:
Weekend Courses Available: 8-hour Minimum California SB-2 compliant CCW Course for current CCW holders who need to renew their license. $175 (Includes: eTextbook, California Gun Laws & What You Need to Know on a USB Zip Drive ($35 Value). California Firearms Laws Summary, by CA DOJ. Plus, Student Handouts). Our CCW Renewal courses usually consist of presentation of recent California Laws & Updates, discussion, Q&A. The final stage will be dedicated to firearm(s) inspection & qualification. Then, finally, presentation of CCW Certificates of Completion.
CCW AMENDMENT: Add or Change a Handgun - $65.00 to $100. Non-5150 HEAT student alumni.
Inflation Buster!
Included with CCW License Course:
CCW, Concealed Carry Weapon Training
Tution & Class Times
Initial, (1st Time) $325 & Renewal $175
California Concealed Weapons (CCW) Course (Weeknight Classes)
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California Concealed Weapons (CCW) Course
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» Why is Conflict Avoidance so Important?
» Situational Awareness
» The Color Codes of Awareness
» Observing our Environments
» More on Conflict Avoidance
» Planning for Home Defense
» Mental Exercises
» Four Universal Safety Rules
» Properly Clearing Semi-Automatics and Revolvers
» Additional Safety Considerations
» Double Action versus Single Action
» Revolver and Semi-Automatic Examples
» Other Considerations
» Ammunition Malfunctions
» Understanding Ammunition, Ballistics, Take Down Factor, Gauge & Calibers
» An Introduction to Home Defense Shotguns, and the AR-15 Platform
» Tasers and Pepper Spray
» Muscle Memory
» Proper Grip
» Stance: Body and Arm Positions
» Point Shooting
» Sight Shooting
» Flash Sight Picture
» Trigger Control
» Legal Definitions of Reasonable Force and Deadly Force
» Understanding the Use of Force Continuum
» The Legal Use of Deadly Force
» Defense in the Home
» Defending Property
» Understanding Fight or Flight
» The Physiological Reactions Associated with Extreme Stress
» When We’re Left with No Other Choice
» When the Right to use Deadly Force Ends
» The Immediate Aftermath
» Dealing with the Police
State & Federal Gun Laws are being updated. Please standby for more information...
» Explaining Holster Retention
» Types of Holsters
» Other Gear Including Belts, Lights & Lasers
» Properly & Safely Conducting Dry Fire Exercises
» Self-Led and Instructor-Led Range Exercises from Beginner to Expert
» What’s Next?
Exam, Handgun Qualification & Class Certificates
BREAKING NEWS!
• Saturdays: 9 am to 5 pm, 8 hrs.
See below for additional details...
BREAKING NEWS!
• Saturdays: 9 am to 5 pm, 8 hrs.
See below for additional details...
• Course Includes: 4-hours of high-level firearms training • 271 Page Text Book, ($35 Value) • Home Defense Fundamentals • Castle Doctrine vs. Stand Your Ground • Self-Defense at Home • Intro to Defensive Shooting • Using Deadly Force to Defend Your Home • Develop a Personal & Home Protection Plan • Legal Use of Force • Violent Encounters & The Aftermath • Intermediate & Advanced Firearms Skills • Intermediate Laser Pistol Training • More Gear & Gadgets • Plus, much more!
• Office: (714) 680-5500;
• Email: kc.5150.HEAT@gmail.com and
• Mobile: (714) 981-6900.
• Tuition: $150
Gift Certificates Available! & Evening Classes Available!
Our Home Defense Fundamentals course is the logical next step toward intermediate firearms training. This course is designed to help you protect your home and family by effectively hardening the target.
• Course Includes: 4-hours of high-level firearms training • 175 Page Text Book, ($35 Value) • NRA Approved Safe Laser Pistol training on the premises • Our Women's Handgun and Self-Defense Fundamentals course is designed by a woman specifically for women… It’s all about the LADIES! Sorry boys! The class is low-stress, presented at a moderate pace, fun-oriented & aimed to instill confidence of responsibly handling & shooting a handgun, while providing fundamental knowledge and safety practices.
• Basic Pistol
• Intermediate Pistol
• Defensive Pistol
• Extend your Firearms Training experience with live fire training at the Orange County Indoor Shooting Range in Brea. Live fire gun range appointments are scheduled on a separate date, typically, weekday mornings or early afternoons. Students are encouraged to make appointments during class, email, phone or text my mobile.
• Office: (714) 680-5500;
• Email: kc.5150.HEAT@gmail.com and
• Mobile: (714) 981-6900.
• Tuition: $175
Gift Certificates Available! & Evening Classes Available!
• Course Includes: 4-hours of high-level firearms training • 271 Page Text Book, ($35 Value) • NRA Approved Safe Laser Pistol Training on the premises • Firearms Basics • Self-Defense • Defensive Shooting Fundamentals • Basic & Advanced Skills • Gear & Gadgets • Plus, much more!
• Extend your Firearms Training experience with live fire training at the Orange County Indoor Shooting Range in Brea. Live fire gun range appointments are scheduled on a separate date, typically, weekday mornings or early afternoons. Students are encouraged to make appointments during class, email, phone or text my mobile.
• Office: (714) 680-5500;
• Email: kc.5150.HEAT@gmail.com and
• Mobile: (714) 981-6900.
• Tuition: $175
Gift Certificates Available! & Evening Classes Available!
The USCCA Certified Basic Handgun Course focuses on the use of a handgun as a tool of last resort for self-defense.
The is a "Nuts & Bolts" introduction to firearm safety & self-defense. It begins with Safety, then progresses to Firearm Basics, Defensive Shooting Fundamentals, Gear & Gadgets and finishes up with Basic & Advanced Skills.
Clean What You Bring: This is a hands-on instructional workshop. Join us with the firearms you want to learn to clean, Handguns: revolvers & semi-automatics or shotguns & Rifles.
Class Description
This is a hands-on instructional workshop. Join us with the firearm you want to learn to clean, (handguns: revolvers & semi-automatics or shotguns).
If you want to learn to clean additional handguns an up-charge of $15 each will be charged.
We will supply you with everything you need to clean your gun: provide hands on & classroom instruction. You can ask the instructor any questions during the workshop that may be specific to your firearms and its needs.
Cleaning supplies will be available for purchase if you need them. (Limit 6 students).
Do not bring ammo to this course. You will need to present your gun for inspection prior to entry to the facility.
Safety is Paramount
A triple check security system is in place for any course regarding handguns/rifles/shotguns taught by 5150 HEAT Firearms Training Academy.
Do not bring ammo to this course. You will need to present your gun for inspection prior to entry to the facility. Your gun, person and bag(s) will be checked three times to ensure no live ammo is brought in – once by you, once by your instructor and once by another staff member.
You will need to ensure and show that there is no ammo in your bags, pockets or elsewhere. If you leave the classroom area and exit the building, upon your return, you will need to be cleared again for re-entry.
Bring your handgun in a gun box or gun carrier.
You will sign a liability waiver prior to the start of the class.
And, worse yet, going to the range leaves shooters with HUGE TRAINING GAPS!
The major problems with relying on live fire range training alone are:
Cost: Ammo is expensive and sometimes hard to find. Add to that the range fees, targets, gear, cleaning your weapons; your transportation to and from the range, plus the long wait times at a crowded live fire range just isn't something most of us can do every week.
Full Range of Motion: Pulling the trigger is one thing but professionals know you also need to train drawing the firearm from your concealed holster, readying the firearm, getting into a stance & grip, reloading, malfunctions and re-holstering the gun. Not only do most ranges have rules against this but it can also be very dangerous to train these skills with a fully loaded firearm.
Stationary: Real life never holds still, except at the range and you’re probably only allowed to stand still and fire at a single stationary target. This doesn't prepare you for a world where targets move and you need to move too.
Single Target: Both indoor & outdoor ranges have rules against setting up multiple targets but in real life you shouldn't bet your life on engaging a single assailant.
Rapid Fire: Not allowed, don’t even thing about it!
USCCA BASIC HANDGUN COURSE... Check back often!
The USCCA Basic Handgun Course is approximately 4 hours long, and is geared toward your own personal pistol, if you have one. If you do not own a pistol; no problem..! We’ll include a session on what to look for when buying a pistol.
CONCEALED CARRY FUNDAMENTALS COURSE... Check back often!
This is a comprehensive seminar for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. The class is a non-shooting class and is approximately 8 hours long. In this seminar you will learn conflict avoidance, situational awareness; handgun, shotgun & AR-15 basics; shooting fundamentals; the physiology of violent encounters, legal aspects of using deadly force (including knowing what to do in the aftermath); and a complete guide on gear, gadgets, and ongoing training.
HOME DEFENSE FUNDAMENTALS COURSE... Check back often!
Seven Complete Lessons Covering Concealed Carry and Home Defense.
One: DEVELOPING A PERSONAL & HOME PROTECTION PLAN
Two: SELF-DEFENSE FIREARMS BASICS
Three: DEFENSIVE SHOOTING FUNDAMENTALS
Four: THE LEGAL USE of FORCE
Five: VIOLENT ENCOUNTERS and THEIR AFTERMATH
Six: GEAR & GADGETS
Seven: BASIC & ADVANCED SKILLS
Men and women come to 5150 HEAT Firearms Training Academy for the same reason – SELF-DEFENSE! But, for the past year we haven’t been filling our classroom with a gender-mixture of male and female students. Our lady students no longer feel singled out, intimidated and uncomfortable. Our Instructors and our training allows the creation of an environment that’s comfortable, flexible, malleable and changeable in order to overcome decades of behavioral differences and society's expectations, i.e. we coach the soft wiring!
This course is designed for women because we’ve been inaccurately taught that they think and learn differently from men. That combined with the fact that women have unique needs and expectations as they relate to firearms & firearms training, i.e. use of force; loud noises; recoil; concealed mechanisms; jargon; etc. We’ve eliminated the awkward testosterone driven setting of coed training and in its place we’ve allowed women to learn with others who have the same behavioral/societal expectations and soft wiring, just like you. You’re invited to join our cutting-edge firearms instruction presented in a safe and comfortable classroom setting.
Course Overview
Women’s Handgun and Self-Defense Fundamentals is a welcoming and engaging firearms training curriculum with multiple layers of instruction. We have developed four distinct levels of training that can be modified or used in combination:
1. Women’s Basic Pistol
2. Women’s Intermediate Pistol
3. Women’s Defensive Pistol
4. State of the Art LASER Training System*
The course is designed to reach interested women students who are either brand new to firearms (yes, even ladies that have never picked up a gun before) and all the way through to women who are familiar with firearms and ready to learn more about marksmanship vs. defensive shooting and take the next steps with their firearms skills, tools, and mindset.
The fundamentals of shooting will be introduced, reviewed, reinforced and built upon, while also exploring universal safety rules, situational awareness, common types of handguns, ammunition types, marksmanship skills, advanced firearms handling, defensive pistol fundamentals, cover vs. concealment, dry-firing, laser pistol training, (included in this course); AVOID, ESCAPE, DEFEND and the use of deadly force. Specifically, Women’s Handgun and Self-Defense Fundamentals is all about sharing the basics—along with the fun, the seriousness, and the importance of being a responsibly armed female. After all, you are worth protecting.
Because there is no one size fits all approach to effective training 5150 HEAT Firearms Training Academy has developed this course into an exceptional 4 to 5* hour block of instruction that covers hands on training using our state of the art LASER PISTOL training system to highlight and reinforce your learning. Students will be introduced to handgun nomenclature, acronyms and handling revolvers and semi-automatic pistols in addition to demonstrations by highly trained and experienced professional law enforcement instructors.
Our course of instruction is unique in that it stands alone and can take a novice with NO firearms education or knowledge and turn her into a confident and safe firearms handler, enthusiast and “markswoman!”
It all starts with MINDSET and ends with EDUCATION, PHYSICAL TRAINING and CONTINUED LEARNING EFFORT. Everyone will achieve confidence and proficiency from the uniquely professional high quality training provided by 5150 HEAT Firearms Training Academy!
Tuition: $175 per person for the combined 5-hour course: (4-hrs. classroom + 1-hrs. laser pistol training*)
The Women’s Handgun and Self Defense Fundamentals class • Includes: 175 Page Textbook, by Beth Alcazar, USCCA Associate Editor ($35 Value).
• *Laser Pistol Training
• Beth Alcazar: Discover the Handgun and Self-Defense Training strategy, designed specifically for responsibly armed women.
• Cut through the clutter of a male-dominated industry and arm her with firearms training designed specifically FOR women, BY women. She’ll never have to worry about finding the right guns and gear that fit her lifestyle ever again. She’ll walk away completely prepared to protect herself and her family with multi-level training that includes: Women’s Basic Pistol.
• Women’s Intermediate Pistol.
• Women’s Defensive Pistol. Help her carry confidently every day with tips and tricks from other experienced women in the world of firearms.
• Introductory Laser Pistol Training.
• This course is a great replacement for the NRA F.I.R.S.T. Steps Course, which the NRA discontinued.
*** Gift Certificates Available! ***
Tuition: $45 (per student/per hour) Save $$$ Buy Three Hour Block for $119 or a Five Hour Block $199.
The NRA has approved Laser Pistol Marksmanship Simulator Training that’s ideal for beginners to learn pistol safety and marksmanship or provide experienced shooters with a way to fine tune their skills. Laser pistol training equates to NO LIVE FIRE! Laser pistol training is perfect for introducing students to handguns and also excellent for one-on-one shooting instruction before students take a live fire class.
Training focuses on the fundamentals of handgun safety, pistol marksmanship and we demystify topics such as stance, grip, sight picture, trigger, breath control and proper follow through. We use a high-tech Shot Indicating Resetting Trigger (SIRT) professional training laser pistols that are totally safe yet, hefty enough to feel realistic and has functional trigger, magazine and sights. This is paired with another futuristic Laser Activated Shot Reporting, (LASR) system that records & analyzes every shot. The end result, you’ll leave the class knowing the basic marksmanship fundamentals and know when applied; they really work.
5150 HEAT Has Changed the World of Firearms Training!
GOING TO THE RANGE IS EXPENSIVE & INCONVENIENT
Tuition: $45 (per student/per hour) Save $$$ Buy Three Hour Block for $119 or a Five Hour Block $199.
The NRA has approved Laser Pistol Marksmanship Simulator Training that’s ideal for beginners to learn pistol safety and marksmanship or provide experienced shooters with a way to fine tune their skills. Laser pistol training equates to NO LIVE FIRE! Laser pistol training is perfect for introducing students to handguns and also excellent for one-on-one shooting instruction before students take a live fire class.
Training focuses on the fundamentals of handgun safety, pistol marksmanship and we demystify topics such as stance, grip, sight picture, trigger, breath control and proper follow through. We use a high-tech Shot Indicating Resetting Trigger (SIRT) professional training laser pistols that are totally safe yet, hefty enough to feel realistic and has functional trigger, magazine and sights. This is paired with another futuristic Laser Activated Shot Reporting, (LASR) system that records & analyzes every shot. The end result, you’ll leave the class knowing the basic marksmanship fundamentals and know when applied; they really work.
5150 HEAT Has Changed the World of Firearms Training!
GOING TO THE RANGE IS EXPENSIVE & INCONVENIENT
The laser range is a state of the art dry-fire training tool that would be beneficial for anyone looking to safely train at home.
The LASER RANGE unit is really comprised of only 3 to 4 elements. There's the SIRT pistol (although any “laser ammo” style of gun will do the job), the LASR software app, a laptop, a webcam, and target(s). You can make your own targets using a variety of items from around your home. (Picture frames work well too.)
This unit is completely scalable in terms of price. If you’re serious about dry-fire training, you could create your own home laser range for under $1,000. If you think about it, that’s only 5-10 visits to a live range (when you factor in ammunition, lane rental, etc).
The Laser Range is a great long-term investment you can use over and over again... And, it will absolutely BLOW YOUR MING!
5150 HEAT Firearms Traning Academy, NextLevel Training and Shooter Technology Group have changed the world of firearms training!
GOING TO THE RANGE IS EXPENSIVE & INCONVENIENT
How It Works
LASR runs on your computer, tablet, or smartphone, or tablet and uses the camera to watch any targets for laser impacts from laser-bullet inserts or training pistols.
When LASR detects impacts, it instantly reports the hit with an audible tone, the exact location, how fast you were, and can provide diagnostic feedback.
Watch:
LASR: For Shooters, By Shooters
More Value
LASR has been getting updates, improvements, and new features since 2012. It far exceeds the capabilities of any other dry-fire tool available within its price range.
You can use LASR with ANY targets including multiple targets, and it works with ANY laser device, including inserts for your real firearms and dedicated training pistols.
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More Fun
Dry-fire practice doesn't have to be a chore. LASR X includes Challenges for a variety of different drills where you work to attain new ranks, beat your own highscores, unlock new challenges, and much more in a fun, game-like environment.
STANDBY: More Coming Soon!
Practice does not make perfect. Only perfect practice makes perfect. Vince Lombardi
Many people don't realize it, but firearm shooting practice and safety are perishable skills that must be continuously renewed and reinforced through “proper” practice and training. Every expert firearms instructor recommends regular range time to both improve and maintain safe, speed & accuracy and the skills needed to ward off deadly attacks. Check back often!
Ladies Only Pistol Classes!
Sorry Boys, but these classes are all about the Ladies...
Our lady shooters will learn rules for safe gun handling; pistol parts and operation; ammunition; shooting fundamentals; dominant eye; strong-hand/weak-hand shooting; two handed standing position; reloading techniques; cleaning the pistol; and continued opportunities for skill development.
Check back often!
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Private & Semi-Private Laser Pistol & Live Fire Range Training
Many students have found that private or semi-private lessons really do speed up and improve the learning process. ONE to ONE & ONE to a FEW, (ratio of student(s) to instructor) provides an optimum educational atmosphere that enhances learning development.
Off the range and back to the classroom we offer effective self-defense education designed for professional adults. In this setting we cover a wide range of topics such as: Self-Defense Firearm, Defensive Shooting, (from Fundamentals, through Intermediate & Advanced Street Combat Skills).
Plus, we offer the hard to find yet all important Legal Use of Force, Violent Encounters and their Aftermath.
Private & semi-private lessons are the best path to add Excellence & Polish..!
These fine men & women, (brothers & sisters) in law enforcement are just an example of the high caliber professionals I had the honor of working with for nearly 30 years.
Apart from my regular patrol responsibilities, in 1992, I was appointed as one of the Brea Police Department Firearms Instructor & Range Master staff. In this capacity I was able to assist other Range Masters with Brea PD's monthly duty weapon qualifications as well as, "other" types of weapon qualifications. In addition, the Range Master staff was tasked with providing instruction in different new and innovative types of police weapons and tactical training: officer survival, various police shotguns, AR-15, H&K G36 "assault rifles," combat tactics, active shooter, hostage negotiations, low-light tactics, simunition(s) and edged weapon defense.
We trained the department's officers in other new innovative police weapons known as: non-lethal weapons or less-lethal weapons or less-than-lethal weapons. These non-deadly weapons gain compliance through pain-inducing technology intended to be less likely to kill a living target. Examples: (police baton, ASP, PR-24, Taser, beanbag shotgun, pepper spray, tear gas and flashbang grenades, etc). We trained and deployed all of these conventional and non-conventional weapons and almost anything firearms or self-defense related.
In time the Brea Police Department grew to provide police services to the expanding needs of the City of Brea as well as the City of Yorba Linda. The training demands of deploying nearly 145 sworn police officers was an huge task, especially since department policy demanded that each and every officer was required to qualify with their duty weapon on a monthly basis.
-How can I help you?
Going back to recall almost five decades of law enforcement experience... Back in the day, Brea Police Department was pure "REVOLVER COUNTRY." Just Smith & Wesson and Colt revolvers only, but in a wide variety of calibers like: 38, 38 Special, 38 Special + P, 357, 357 Magnum, 45 ACP & 44 Magnum.
As time passed, our duty weapons began changing from revolvers to semi-autos. What didn't change were the wide variety of calibers and of course Smith & Wesson and Colt remained.
Many of my mentors eventually retired and eventually I became one of the department's Firearms Instructors & Range Masters.
Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9
31 What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us? Romans 8:31
-How can I help you?
This course is designed to give participants an entry level understanding of handguns and how to utilize them in self-defense situations. The curriculum is divided into four modules, each with several chapters. Classroom and Laser Pistol simulator time. Each participant will receive an excellent textbook: Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals. Intro to Laser Pistol training.
USCCA, Home Defense Course, is a comprehensive course for every skill level that focuses on firearms as a tool for home defense. Ultimately, the goal is for students to develop a home defense plan. Plus, many more useful subjects! Intro to Laser Pistol training.
Each participant will receive an excellent textbook: Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals.
Women’s Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals covers the basics — along with the fun, seriousness and importance of being a responsibly armed female. The basics of shooting will be introduced, reviewed & built upon, while also exploring universal safety rules, situational awareness, common types of handguns, ammo types, marksmanship skills, advanced firearms handling/defensive essentials & the use of deadly force. Intro to Laser Pistol training.
Certified NRA Police Firearms & Tactics Instructor & Range Master - Prior to my retirement from law enforcement I served as a Police Firearms & Tactics Instructor and Range Master with Brea Police Department since 1992.
CCW - Concealed Carry Fundamentals Course... This is an EXCELLENT course!
Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive seminar for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self defense.
The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates.
The great teacher tells, explains, demonstrates and inspires students to think!
The Buena Park Police Department is an outstanding law enforcement organization that has proudly served the community for more than 65 years.
Sworn police officers and professional staff members work collaboratively to bring exceptional customer service to the community. Their purpose is to reduce crime and increase the quality of life to all that live, work and play in the City of Buena Park.
When I was a much younger man I was one of Buena Park's Finest with the honor of serving as a member of the Buena Park Police Department for almost 5 years.
Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9
31 What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us? Romans 8:31
-How can I help you?
BUENA PARK,
April 12, 1958 - September 21, 2003
On September 21, 2003 at approximately 12:30 p.m., Corporal Tyler Matthew Pinchot of the Buena Park Police Department passed away as a result of traumatic injuries suffered during an on-duty traffic collision.
The traffic collision occurred on June 13, 2003 at approximately 3:30 p.m. On that date, Corporal Pinchot was working a traffic enforcement detail on a police motorcycle in the 6800 block of Orangethorpe Avenue, Buena Park.
Corporal Pinchot was traveling eastbound on Orangethorpe as he attempted to catch up to a traffic violator. As he was doing so, a Nissan Maxima sedan, which was traveling faster than Corporal Pinchot’s motorcycle, accidentally struck the motorcycle from behind throwing Corporal Pinchot from the motorcycle. Corporal Pinchot sustained major head injuries as well as substantial other injuries.
Corporal Pinchot was airlifted to UCI Medical Center in Orange, and he remained at that hospital until his death.
The California Highway Patrol investigated the accident. No citations were issued and no arrests were made.
Tyler is survived by his wife, both parents, two brothers, three sisters, three step children, and eleven nieces and nephews.
Articles related to Tyler:
Tyler was mentioned several times in the Orange County Register during his law enforcement career. Here is a list of some of those articles:
• Police Officer Brings Woman Down from Suicidal Perch
• Buena Park Police Seek Homes for Rescued Kittens
• With Comatose Officer Near Death, Friends and Strangers Rally Around Family
• Buena Park Police Corporal died 100 days after a traffic accident
God Bless, Corporal Tyler Matthew Pinchot Buena Park Police Department. Friend, Academy Tach Staff Buddy, & Fellow Watch Brother in Blue!
BUENA PARK, Calif. (KABC) -- Buena Park honored their fallen police officers as the city unveiled the Buena Park Fallen Officers Memorial Highway along Beach Boulevard on Tuesday.
The memorial was dedicated to the three officers who died while protecting the Buena Park community.
• Darrel Cate's end of watch came in September of 1972, when a suspect shot and killed him.
• Motor Officer Tyler Pinchot was hit by a car while pursuing a traffic violator in 2003 and died after being in a coma for 100 days.
• SWAT Officer Daniel Ackerman collapsed suddenly after a fitness test in July of 2011. The 31-year-old died the next morning.
Our Fallen Heroes are being remembered each and everyday... God Bless!
May 1, 1956 - May 23, 1995
Danny Valenzuela was a friend and fellow law enforcement brother of mine. He came to the Brea Police Department on August 24, 1980, from the La Verne Police Department. Danny worked patrol for about seven years. He served as a motor officer for about three years. Danny was an excellent motorcycle rider and assisted in training several motorcycle officers. In 1990, Danny transferred into the detective bureau and became a burglary detective. He worked burglary for about three years and then moved to robbery / homicide.
Danny was part of the crime suppression unit, hostage negotiations team, and a member of the Brea Police Department Bicycle Patrol Unit. During his career with the Brea Police Department, Danny received numerous awards for his courage and leadership, including receiving the department's Distinguished Service Award in 1988.
On May 23, 1995, while participating in Police Department Bicycle Patrol training, Danny suffered a fatal heart attack. Danny became the first Brea Police Officer to die in the line of duty. He is greatly missed at the Brea Police Department. He is survived by his wife and four children.
Integrity
There is an adherence to moral and ethical behavior in our personal and professional lives in a manner that brings honor to ourselves, our families and our profession.
Golden Rule
We treat others as we would like to be treated. We strive to treat everyone with respect, dignity and fairness at all times.
Loyalty
We are faithfully dedicated to our values, family, profession and community.
Buena Park PD, Bless are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God Matthew 5:9
November 4, 1947 - May 22, 1996
Terry Fincher was a friend and fellow law enforcement brother of mine. He began his career with the Brea Police Department on July 5, 1979, as a reserve officer. He began as a full-time officer on February 8, 1980. Terry worked many assignments, including motors. He served as an investigator, handling several different case loads, including robbery / homicide, burglary, and narcotics. Terry was a peer counselor, a member of the Tactical Arrest and Containment team (TAC), and a member of the Hostage Negotiations Team.
Terry was held in high regard by his fellow officers, receiving the Associate Officer of the Year in 1980 and Officer of the Year in 1981. Terry was awarded the Brea Police Department's Medal of Honor in 1987, for his actions during an encounter with a gunman.
On May 22, 1996, while investigating a crime, Terry was struck by a train and killed. Terry is survived by his wife, four children, and two grandchildren.
His name is Christopher Amoroso and at this point on that awful day the smoke and flames are so intense that people are coming down from those buildings in waves. They're coming down from both towers. They're coming down from all four sides. Strangers were holding hands on their way down, comforting one another. It take s along time to die from 90 floors up. Every second is filled with despair. The sky behind is filled with falling bodies. The air above them is filled with smoke and flames and the awful sound of those bodies hitting the sidewalk are echoing in his ears.
He’s going back. He’s going to drop off the pregnant lady. He’s going to go back into that building a fourth time. The building will fall and Christopher Amoroso will not come home to his wife and baby tonight.
He will never come home again. Do you understand that nobody told him to go?
Why does one man go up those steps again and again and again and again while thousands are coming down?
Because he’s a sheepdog.
God Bless and Keep, Port Authority Police Officer Christopher Amoroso
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