Vernon Thomas Vanderpool

Sergeant Vernon Thomas Vanderpool, a dedicated officer with the Palos Verdes Estates Police Department, tragically lost his life on February 14, 1994, at the age of 57. The incident occurred during a department staff training seminar at the Holiday Inn in Torrance, California. An armed gunman burst into the conference room on the 12th floor, attempting a robbery. In a heroic act, Sergeant Vanderpool immediately lunged at the gunman to protect his colleagues. Unfortunately, he was fatally shot du ...

Sergeant Vernon Thomas Vanderpool

Reflections for Sergeant Vernon Thomas Vanderpool, Palos Verdes ...