We Remember and Honor Deputy Stephen “Steve” Douglas Sorensen, End of Watch (EOW) August 2, 2003, Gunfire
The job of a resident deputy is fraught with unique problems that harken back to much earlier days of law enforcement in Los Angeles County. Located in far-flung places like Gorman, the Catalina Island Isthmus, and Lake Los Angeles, resident deputies must possess a degree of patience, tactical sense, and communication skills far above those of the average patrol deputy. The lack of a ready backup from fellow deputies also requires developing rapport with local citizens to help keep an eye out for them when needed.
By all accounts, Deputy Steve Sorensen possessed all the skills needed to be an excellent resident deputy for the Lake Los Angeles area of the high desert. Steve was well-liked and a great communicator who knew how to relate to the people he served. After his murder, accolades poured in from community residents who described incidents where Steve went out of his way to help them, regardless of their connection to law enforcement, such as buying groceries for those who could not afford them and doing yard work for the elderly.
On August 2, 2003, as Deputy Sorensen investigated a routine trespassing complaint in an isolated trailer, 52-year-old ex-felon Donald Kueck opened fire on him with a high-powered rifle. Kueck later called his daughter while on the run and said he had a violent one-on-one encounter with Deputy Sorensen, took his gun away, and shot him with it, but the ambush theory seems more likely. Following Steve’s death, Kueck’s actions became progressively more gruesome. He continued to fire bullets into his head and chest with the rifle and then desecrated his body before tying a rope around his legs and dragging him several miles into the desert.
After a six-day manhunt, deputies located Kueck. He confessed to Deputy Sorensen’s murder via cell phone and barricaded himself in a house. A Sheriff’s Special Weapons Bureau team surrounded the location, and a gun battle ensued as SEB tried to approach with an armored vehicle. The standoff ended when SEB tossed flares into the location. Placed on the horns of the dilemma, exit the house and engage in a deadly battle with a SWAT team, or stay in the concealing terrain of the location as it burned to the ground all around him, the suspect chose the latter option. Deputies found his charred remains inside after firefighters extinguished the flames. Beside him were Deputy Sorensen’s gun and radio.
Deputy Steve Sorensen, 46, a 12-year veteran of the LASD, worked in the jails before transferring to Altadena Station. He became the Lake Los Angeles resident deputy in 2000. His wife, Christine, and two children survived him.
Sources: Los Angeles Times, ODMP, Daily News, “Desert Reckoning” by Deanne Stillman, LASD
The job of a resident deputy is fraught with unique problems that harken back to much earlier days of law enforcement in Los Angeles County. Located in far-flung places like Gorman, the Catalina Island Isthmus, and Lake Los Angeles, resident deputies must possess a degree of patience, tactical sense, and communication skills far above those of the average patrol deputy. The lack of a ready backup from fellow deputies also requires developing rapport with local citizens to help keep an eye out for them when needed.
By all accounts, Deputy Steve Sorensen possessed all the skills needed to be an excellent resident deputy for the Lake Los Angeles area of the high desert. Steve was well-liked and a great communicator who knew how to relate to the people he served. After his murder, accolades poured in from community residents who described incidents where Steve went out of his way to help them, regardless of their connection to law enforcement, such as buying groceries for those who could not afford them and doing yard work for the elderly.
On August 2, 2003, as Deputy Sorensen investigated a routine trespassing complaint in an isolated trailer, 52-year-old ex-felon Donald Kueck opened fire on him with a high-powered rifle. Kueck later called his daughter while on the run and said he had a violent one-on-one encounter with Deputy Sorensen, took his gun away, and shot him with it, but the ambush theory seems more likely. Following Steve’s death, Kueck’s actions became progressively more gruesome. He continued to fire bullets into his head and chest with the rifle and then desecrated his body before tying a rope around his legs and dragging him several miles into the desert.
After a six-day manhunt, deputies located Kueck. He confessed to Deputy Sorensen’s murder via cell phone and barricaded himself in a house. A Sheriff’s Special Weapons Bureau team surrounded the location, and a gun battle ensued as SEB tried to approach with an armored vehicle. The standoff ended when SEB tossed flares into the location. Placed on the horns of the dilemma, exit the house and engage in a deadly battle with a SWAT team, or stay in the concealing terrain of the location as it burned to the ground all around him, the suspect chose the latter option. Deputies found his charred remains inside after firefighters extinguished the flames. Beside him were Deputy Sorensen’s gun and radio.
Deputy Steve Sorensen, 46, a 12-year veteran of the LASD, worked in the jails before transferring to Altadena Station. He became the Lake Los Angeles resident deputy in 2000. His wife, Christine, and two children survived him.
Sources: Los Angeles Times, ODMP, Daily News, “Desert Reckoning” by Deanne Stillman, LASD
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Far too many American lives have been lost because of illegal aliens driving drunk, including Matthew Denice.
Matthew was just 23, full of life and dreamed of becoming a police officer. Those dreams were shattered when an illegal alien, drunk behind the wheel, blew through a stop sign and killed Matthew.
President Trump and Sec. Noem stand with the victims of illegal alien crimes and their families.
Listen to Angel Parents speak out about their son Matthew Denice.
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Matthew was just 23, full of life and dreamed of becoming a police officer. Those dreams were shattered when an illegal alien, drunk behind the wheel, blew through a stop sign and killed Matthew.
President Trump and Sec. Noem stand with the victims of illegal alien crimes and their families.
Listen to Angel Parents speak out about their son Matthew Denice.
Homeland Security
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“I haven’t seen anything like this, even overseas. So I know that you can’t go in there because it’s a hazardous zone. This is dangerous for people to live like this.” - Karen Bass, shocked by the abysmal living conditions on the streets of Los Angeles created by Karen Bass.
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⚠️ The Gifford Fire UPDATE: Additional EVACUATION ORDERS issued and EVACUATION WARNINGS added for Santa Barbara County, California. 📍Details and resources at: https://www.readysbc.org/
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⚠️Evacuation Orders and Warnings have been expanded in northern Santa Barbara County due to the Gifford Fire.
A massive wildfire burning in California’s Central Coast has injured at least three people, forced hundreds to evacuate, and burned nearly 40,000 acres as it continues to grow on Sunday, officials said.
A Temporary Evacuation Point has been established at the Cuyama Valley Family Resource Center, 4689 Highway 166, New Cuyama.
📍Information & map: http://www.ReadySBC.org
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A massive wildfire burning in California’s Central Coast has injured at least three people, forced hundreds to evacuate, and burned nearly 40,000 acres as it continues to grow on Sunday, officials said.
A Temporary Evacuation Point has been established at the Cuyama Valley Family Resource Center, 4689 Highway 166, New Cuyama.
📍Information & map: http://www.ReadySBC.org
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Multiple fundraisers have been established to help the family of NYPD Officer Didarul Islam, who was killed in the Manhattan sh00ting.
Read more: https://lawenforcementtoday.com/fundraisers-for-family-of-nypd-officer-gunned-down-in-manhattan-mass-shooting-raises-over-250k-1
Read more: https://lawenforcementtoday.com/fundraisers-for-family-of-nypd-officer-gunned-down-in-manhattan-mass-shooting-raises-over-250k-1
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CHILD RAPIST APPREHENDED!
7/25- A convicted child rapist was apprehended after his release from prison in Hermiston, OR. USBP, ICE, U.S. Marshals, and the DEA coordinated the arrest of this Mexican national, who was convicted twice for rape of a child and served time in prison for both. The man is illegally present in the U.S. and is facing removal.
All federal agencies agree, there is no place in this country for violent offenders. This arrest underscores our unwavering commitment to keeping dangerous individuals off our streets.
Chief Michael W. Banks
7/25- A convicted child rapist was apprehended after his release from prison in Hermiston, OR. USBP, ICE, U.S. Marshals, and the DEA coordinated the arrest of this Mexican national, who was convicted twice for rape of a child and served time in prison for both. The man is illegally present in the U.S. and is facing removal.
All federal agencies agree, there is no place in this country for violent offenders. This arrest underscores our unwavering commitment to keeping dangerous individuals off our streets.
Chief Michael W. Banks
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Please, pray for the Detroit Police officer who was shot in the line of duty tonight.🙏🏻 Michigan: DPD 9th Precinct officer involved shooting at Chester & Neff. Scouts are conveying 1 officer to a local hospital. EMS also responding for the suspect who is…
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Michigan: Detroit police say an officer was injured, and a suspect is dead after a shooting on the city's east side.
The shooting happened sometime after 10:30 p.m. in the area of Neff Avenue and Chester Street. Police say the suspect who was killed was identified as 16 years old. The officer was taken to the hospital with a gunshot wound to the hand.
A second suspect, also 16, was taken into custody, and police are searching for a third person.
Police Chief Todd Bettison says police were patrolling the area that has recently experienced break-ins. While on patrol, police spotted three people wearing masks near a building and arrested one of them.
Bettison says the two other suspects ran away, leading to a brief pursuit. He says there was a struggle between the officer and one of the suspects, when the individual reached for a gun and shot the officer in the hand. He says police fired back, fatally wounding the teen.
Michigan: Detroit police say an officer was injured, and a suspect is dead after a shooting on the city's east side.
The shooting happened sometime after 10:30 p.m. in the area of Neff Avenue and Chester Street. Police say the suspect who was killed was identified as 16 years old. The officer was taken to the hospital with a gunshot wound to the hand.
A second suspect, also 16, was taken into custody, and police are searching for a third person.
Police Chief Todd Bettison says police were patrolling the area that has recently experienced break-ins. While on patrol, police spotted three people wearing masks near a building and arrested one of them.
Bettison says the two other suspects ran away, leading to a brief pursuit. He says there was a struggle between the officer and one of the suspects, when the individual reached for a gun and shot the officer in the hand. He says police fired back, fatally wounding the teen.
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New York: Three individuals are facing multiple charges following an early morning altercation outside The Wine Cellar on North Main Street that resulted in one police officer being injured, according to the Jamestown Police Department.
Officers from JPD’s 3rd Platoon responded to reports of a fight around 1:30 a.m. on August 3. Upon arrival at 309 N. Main Street, officers encountered several individuals actively fighting outside the bar.
As police worked to separate those involved and disperse a growing crowd, 28-year-old Cesar L. Rodriguez of Dunkirk allegedly repeatedly shoved an officer despite being ordered to back away. After a brief struggle, Rodriguez was taken into custody. Officers then deployed OC spray to control the crowd.
During the incident, 22-year-old Diondra F. Drayton of Jamestown allegedly aimed her own pepper spray at officers and threatened to use it. She was subsequently arrested.
During the incident, 22-year-old Diondra F. Drayton of Jamestown allegedly aimed her own pepper spray at officers and threatened to use it. She was subsequently arrested.
Meanwhile, 32-year-old Lisandra Rodriguez of Dunkirk reportedly punched an officer in the eye while police were attempting to break up additional fighting. The officer sustained physical injuries.
Please join us in sending prayers and, or positive thoughts for his recovery
More: https://wnynewsnow.com/2025/08/03/three-arrested-following-fight-outside-jamestown-bar/
Officers from JPD’s 3rd Platoon responded to reports of a fight around 1:30 a.m. on August 3. Upon arrival at 309 N. Main Street, officers encountered several individuals actively fighting outside the bar.
As police worked to separate those involved and disperse a growing crowd, 28-year-old Cesar L. Rodriguez of Dunkirk allegedly repeatedly shoved an officer despite being ordered to back away. After a brief struggle, Rodriguez was taken into custody. Officers then deployed OC spray to control the crowd.
During the incident, 22-year-old Diondra F. Drayton of Jamestown allegedly aimed her own pepper spray at officers and threatened to use it. She was subsequently arrested.
During the incident, 22-year-old Diondra F. Drayton of Jamestown allegedly aimed her own pepper spray at officers and threatened to use it. She was subsequently arrested.
Meanwhile, 32-year-old Lisandra Rodriguez of Dunkirk reportedly punched an officer in the eye while police were attempting to break up additional fighting. The officer sustained physical injuries.
Please join us in sending prayers and, or positive thoughts for his recovery
More: https://wnynewsnow.com/2025/08/03/three-arrested-following-fight-outside-jamestown-bar/
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NEW: ICE San Diego officers arrested Adolfo Cruz, 29, a Honduran national with convictions for possession of dangerous drugs. We are taking criminals out of our communities – one arrest at a time. Cruz is now in ICE custody pending immigration proceedings.
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JUST IN: Woman crashed after Sheriff deputies used a PIT maneuver to end a high speed chase. This was on the corner of highway 26 (Fremont ) and Alpine Road in the Linden area. No further details available at this time.
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JUST IN at Iowa Speedway🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
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At least one firefighter was injured battling the Fremont Fire in San Bernardino County on Saturday.
Please join us in sending prayers and, or positive thoughts for his recovery.🙏🏻
Please join us in sending prayers and, or positive thoughts for his recovery.🙏🏻
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🚨 We’re here.
Thousands of officers. One blue line.
The 67th Biennial National Conference starts tomorrow.
If you’re in Miami—get ready. If you’re on your way—we’ll see you soon.
National Fraternal Order of Police
Thousands of officers. One blue line.
The 67th Biennial National Conference starts tomorrow.
If you’re in Miami—get ready. If you’re on your way—we’ll see you soon.
National Fraternal Order of Police
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Valiant effort but the escape didn’t go as planned 💀
Valiant effort but the escape didn’t go as planned 💀
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For those that watch On Patrol Live and you were watching this past weekend, then quite possibly you saw the heartbreaking scene where a Knox County Sheriff's Office Deputy was seriously injured in the line of duty. This scene showed what any officer could…
Knox County Deputy Dalton Swanger was critically injured responding to a call in June—struck in the head while searching for a suspect in a dark wooded area. His injury was captured live on “On Patrol: Live.”
After days in the hospital and a medically induced coma, Deputy Swanger has shared his first public statement. He thanks the medical teams, fellow deputies, family, and the countless supporters who sent prayers, letters, and organized fundraisers.
“Your prayers carried me through some of the darkest moments of my life,” he wrote.
Swanger described the harrowing moments before the attack—moving quietly, flashlight off to avoid detection, as objects were thrown at officers closing in on the suspect.
His resolve remains unshaken. He vows to return to duty stronger and ready.
We stand with Deputy Swanger and his family. Your law enforcement family has your back—always.💙
After days in the hospital and a medically induced coma, Deputy Swanger has shared his first public statement. He thanks the medical teams, fellow deputies, family, and the countless supporters who sent prayers, letters, and organized fundraisers.
“Your prayers carried me through some of the darkest moments of my life,” he wrote.
Swanger described the harrowing moments before the attack—moving quietly, flashlight off to avoid detection, as objects were thrown at officers closing in on the suspect.
His resolve remains unshaken. He vows to return to duty stronger and ready.
We stand with Deputy Swanger and his family. Your law enforcement family has your back—always.💙
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Ohio: Deputy and driver injured in Harrison Township crash; both hospitalized.
The Dayton Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating the two-vehicle crash involving a marked Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office vehicle on early Saturday morning.
According to the MCSO, the crash happened at approximately 1:50 a.m. on Needmore Rd. at the I-75 SB on-ramp in Harrison Township.
The Dayton Post found a 2019 Dodge Charger (MCSO vehicle) was driven by a 28-year-old from Centerville, was heading east on Needmore Road. A 2001 GMC truck driven by a 54-year-old from Dayton was heading west on Needmore Road when it turned left to the entrance ramp for I-75 SB.
The post said that, while negotiating the turn, the Dodge hit the GMC. It said because of the crash, the GMC driver was ejected. Both drivers were taken to Miami Valley Hospital.
Officials said the 54-year-old had serious, life-threatening injuries. The 28-year-old had non-life-threatening injuries.
Please join us in sending prayers and, or positive thoughts for their recovery.🙏🏻
https://www.wdtn.com/news/deputy-and-driver-injured-in-harrison-township-crash
The Dayton Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating the two-vehicle crash involving a marked Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office vehicle on early Saturday morning.
According to the MCSO, the crash happened at approximately 1:50 a.m. on Needmore Rd. at the I-75 SB on-ramp in Harrison Township.
The Dayton Post found a 2019 Dodge Charger (MCSO vehicle) was driven by a 28-year-old from Centerville, was heading east on Needmore Road. A 2001 GMC truck driven by a 54-year-old from Dayton was heading west on Needmore Road when it turned left to the entrance ramp for I-75 SB.
The post said that, while negotiating the turn, the Dodge hit the GMC. It said because of the crash, the GMC driver was ejected. Both drivers were taken to Miami Valley Hospital.
Officials said the 54-year-old had serious, life-threatening injuries. The 28-year-old had non-life-threatening injuries.
Please join us in sending prayers and, or positive thoughts for their recovery.🙏🏻
https://www.wdtn.com/news/deputy-and-driver-injured-in-harrison-township-crash
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