LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles Police Department Officer Thomas Denton, a 20-year veteran assigned to the Metropolitan Division, died on Nov. 5, 2026, during an on-duty training exercise, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced.
Read the Governor's statement: https://www.gov.ca.gov/2026/11/06/governor-newsom-honors-fallen-los-angeles-police-department-officer-denton/
The Officer, The Service, The Family
Officer Denton was 46 years old. He served with the Los Angeles Police Department for 20 years and was assigned to the Metropolitan Division.
He is survived by his wife and two children.
The Exercise, The Medical Response, The Death
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On Nov. 5, Denton lost his life while taking part in an on-duty training exercise. Medical personnel tried to revive him, but he was pronounced deceased.
The Statement, The Tribute, The Flags
"Today, we honor Officer Denton's lasting legacy to the people of Los Angeles. Jennifer and I deeply mourn his loss and our thoughts are with his family, friends, and colleagues. May he be remembered for his dedication and honorable service," Newsom said.
In honor of Officer Denton, flags at the State Capitol and the Capitol Annex Swing Space will be flown at half-staff.
Sources
Office of Governor Gavin Newsom, "Governor Newsom honors fallen Los Angeles Police Department Officer Denton," November 6, 2026: https://www.gov.ca.gov/2026/11/06/governor-newsom-honors-fallen-los-angeles-police-department-officer-denton/
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