April 29, 2024 - SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom issued the following statement regarding the death of Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Deputy Jonathan Stewart:

“Deputy Stewart’s service to the people of Los Angeles will always be remembered. During this time of mourning, Jennifer and I send our sincere condolences to his family and the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.”

On April 27, 2024, Deputy Stewart succumbed to a medical emergency while at the South Los Angeles Sheriff’s Station in Los Angeles. 

Deputy Stewart, 41, joined the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department in 2006 as a custody assistant and a year later graduated from the academy. In 2020, he was promoted to Field Training Officer.

He is survived by his mother, wife, and three children.

In honor of Deputy Stewart, flags at the State Capitol and Capitol Annex Swing Space will be flown at half-staff.

Per Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department:

On behalf of @lasdhq, we are deeply saddened to announce the unexpected passing of Deputy Jonathan Stewart on Saturday, April 27, 2024.

Jonathan joined the Department in 2006 as a Custody Assistant and a year later he graduated from academy class #364, honorably serving the residents of Los Angeles County. During his tenure he was assigned to the Inmate Reception Center before transferring to South Los Angeles Station in 2014. In 2020, he was promoted to Field Training Officer, a position he held until his passing. Jonathan dedicated a decade serving the South Los Angeles community, he was respected and highly regarded by his peers and supervisors for his unwavering commitment. Jonathan is survived by his wife and three children.

Our @lasdhq family is mourning the loss of a valued member of our family, and our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones and partners during this difficult time.



Credit: Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department