FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, April 10, 2026
CONTACT: Sam Villaneda, Samantha.Villaneda@asm.ca.gov, (760) 269-9391
Tom Steel, Tom.Steel@asm.ca.gov, (916) 319-2041
Statement from Asm. John Harabedian on the Sudden Passing of Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Levi Vargas
(SAN DIMAS, CA) –“To Deputy Vargas’s family, there are no words that can carry what you are feeling right now. The entire community stands with you,” said Assemblymember John Harabedian (D - Pasadena).
Deputy Levi Vargas was a husband, a son, and a brother. He served the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department for 11 years. He showed up every day and served this community with integrity, professionalism, and care for the people he was sworn to protect. He passed during the Baker to Vegas relay, an event built on endurance, teamwork, and service. His loss is felt by his family, all who served alongside him, and members of the community.
“We thank Deputy Vargas for his service to public safety and to the people of Los Angeles County. He gave years of his life to protecting others, and that will not be forgotten. Tonight, San Dimas gathers to honor his life and stand with those who knew and loved him. We grieve this loss together and hold his family in our thoughts,” said Assemblymember John Harabedian (D - Pasadena).
The vigil will take place today, Friday, April 10th, from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at San Dimas Civic Center Park, 245 E. Bonita Avenue, San Dimas, CA 91773.
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Assemblymember John Harabedian represents the 41st District composed of the cities of La Cañada Flintridge, Pasadena, Altadena, Sierra Madre, Monrovia, Bradbury, San Dimas, La Verne, Claremont, Upland, Rancho Cucamonga, Oak Hills, Piñon Hills and Phelan.
