LASD deputy dies after medical emergency during Baker to Las Vegas relay race

A Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department deputy died after suffering a medical emergency while participating in the 2026 Baker to Vegas Challenge Cup Relay race, officials announced. The deputy, assigned to the San Dimas Sheriff’s Station, was among numerous law enforcement personnel representing their agencies at the annual event when the medical emergency occurred, according to a statement shared by the department on social media. ... Officials described the deputy as a 13-year veteran whose loss is being felt across the LASD community. The Baker to Vegas Challenge Cup Relay is an annual long-distance relay race that draws teams from...