Police Officer Truong Thai

Officer Truong Thai joined LVMPD on January 25, 1999. He spent most of his career on patrol in the Northwest and Northeast Area Commands. He also served three years in the Financial Crimes Section and three years in the Training Section.

Officer Thai was an experienced patrol officer who trained many new officers throughout his career. His colleagues described him as a focused, hardworking mentor who served for all the right reasons.

Officer Thai loved his family, volleyball and the water. He owned a sailboat and spent much of his time enjoying Catalina Island.

On October 13, 2022, Officer Thai was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance call. He is survived by his daughter, Jada.