National Police Week occurs every year in May. In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which May 15 falls, as National Police Week. Established by a joint resolution of Congress in 1962, National Police Week pays special recognition to those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others. Our agency, just like many others, have suffered the loss of one of our own. They made the ultimate sacrifice while serving the citizens of Ventura County. For our station, forever in our hearts, Sergeant Ron Helus & Deputy Donald Gregory. #nationalpoliceweek #vcso #thousandoakspd