SOCALPUT ChapterVII

I ride in honor of Officer Daniel T. Fraembs. This journey is deeply personal, remembering his sacrifice and all who gave their lives. We ride to honor. Sergeant J. Wright Ontario Police Department

My name is John Hernandez and I am an Officer for LAPD.  I will be riding for all Law Enforcement Officers that have lost their lives on duty. John Hernandez Police Officer II, Serial Number 40567 Los Angeles Police Department

Press Release for the 2026 Police Unity Tour Southern California Chapter VII Challenge Ride

I am honored to ride in memory of Trooper Werner Foerster. He worked for the New Jersey State Police. He was shot and killed with his own service weapon after backing up another trooper who had stopped a vehicle on the NJ Turnpike. Michael Lowder Dunellen PD (NJ)

I ride for ALL of the officers killed in the line of duty. Specifically, I am riding for Officer Ken Wrede West Covina Police Department, Dave Kubly LAPD and Sergeant Jerry Thomas, LAPD retired. Joe Vita LAPD Retired #22150

I am dedicating my ride to Delaware State Police Corporal Matthew Tyler "Ty" Snook. Corporal Snook was tragically ambushed from behind while working an overtime assignment at the local DMV. We Ride for Those Who Died. K-9 Technician Meghan O'Leary United States Capitol Police

This year I will be riding in honor of Special Deputy Sheriff Larry R. Henderson, Jr. of the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office in Cincinnati, Ohio. Deputy Henderson, 57, was killed on May 2 while directing traffic Sean Patton Captain (Retired) United States Capitol Police (USCP)

Why We Ride Campaign 2026 We would like to know who you are riding for this season and we will post it on our social media. Include the name of the person you are riding for, agency, and any other information you would like posted. Send your tributes to storm.socalput@gmail.com

Overnight Ride Press Release March 14 - 15, 2026

🚴‍♂️ 2026 TOUR REGISTRATION OPENS SOON! 🚴‍♀️ Mark your calendars 📅 Registration for the 2026 Tour opens on August 31, 2025! 👉 The ONLY place to register is through our home page: socalput.com ⚡️ Spots are limited so make sure you’re ready to register on August 31, 2025!

Thank you to all of our board members, support team, riders and donors who helped make the 2025 Challenge Ride a success. We can't wait to see you all for the Police Unity Tour's 30th anniversary in 2026.

2025 Police Unity Tour Southern California Chapter Challenge Ride Press Release

I am riding for my mom’s uncle, my great uncle, Officer Joseph Daniels, Los Angeles Police Department, EOW 9/24/1941. He was issuing a traffic citation in Los Angeles when he was struck by another car. I am proud to honor my uncle's Service. Steve Houston USBP retired

Myself and other CO team riders are riding for Christine Guerin-Sandoval. She was a CO parole officer with the Department of Corrections. She was struck by a vehicle while serving a warrant. EOW 09-28-2023. Thank you and can’t wait to ride in May!!! Kacie Thielman

I am riding for my three LAPD - SWAT brothers Louis Villalobos died in a training accident, 3-17-00 Randy Simmons was killed during a SWAT incident, 2-7-08 RJ Cottle was killed in Afghanistan, deployed with the US Marines, 3-24-10 John M. Del Vecchio II

I am riding in honor of Officer Abigail Powlett of the Plainfield Police Division (NJ), who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. I ride to honor her memory and ensure her sacrifice is never forgotten. Ofc. K.A Reid II #7225 Franklin Twp (NJ) PD

My name is Officer Avsar Patel of the Edison Police Department, and I will be dedicating my ride to Officer Robert Anthony Cardone of the South Brunswick Police Department, NJ. End of Watch: October 17, 1989

My name is George Beshai. I’m a D3 at Newton Division with the LAPD. One of my closest friends, Benjamin Vargas, is a SGT with Long Beach PD. Turns out Jonah is his cousin. I never knew Jonah but I am riding in honor of him and his surviving family.

I am honored to ride in memory of Sergeant Matthew Horton of the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office (NJ). Sgt. Horton tragically passed away at the age of 41 after contracting COVID-19 in the line of duty. He is survived by his wife and four children. Michael Lowder Dunellen PD (NJ)

On August 9, 1998, Filberto Cuesta was sitting in his police car with his partner waiting for back up on a gang party. He was shot in the back of the head and succumbed to his wounds. I will be riding the Police Unity Tour in memory of Fil. You are not forgotten! John Perez