The family of Police Officer Gardiel Solorio and the Monterey Park Police Department invites the Patriot Guard Riders to participate in his funeral services. It is an honor to accept this invitation.
Officer Gardiel Solorio grew up in the City of Bell Gardens, CA. After graduating high school, Gardiel attended California State Los Angeles earning a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice.
Gardiel joined the Monterey Park Police Department, graduating from the police academy in July 2022.
On July 25, 2022, Gardiel began his field training with the Department. In his short time in the Department, his fellow officers and supervisors described him as humble, dedicated, selfless, and hard-working. Monterey Park Police Chief Kelly Gordon said, “Although his time with Monterey Park was very short, we all knew from the moment we met him that he had the heart of service and was going to be a great officer.”
On 8 AUG 22, Gardiel was off duty and in his car in the parking lot of the LA Fitness Gym in Downy, CA., when a man with a gun approached and attempted to rob him. Gardiel attempted to evade the man, but the man shot Gardiel and fled the scene. Sadly, Gardiel succumbed to his injuries.
Gardiel is survived by his parents, siblings, and his fiancee.
Note: This notice facilitates your voluntary participation in honoring this law enforcement officer.
Time Table for Thursday, 25 AUG 22:1145 hrs - Stage at Rose Hills Memorial Park, Gate 11, 10315 Strong Ave, Whittier, CA 90601
https://goo.gl/maps/LTuNMCrVohE7rJvF61200 hrs - Mission Briefing
1215 hrs - Stand by for Flag Line for our Hero, family, and the Monterey Park Police Department.
Ride Captain
Paul (PeaceKeeper) AndersonDowney, CA
310.717.3656
PeaceKeeper1944@gmail.com
Blessed are the PeacemakersYou do not have to be a Veteran or motorcycle rider to attend this mission. All Patriot Guard Riders are welcome. We encourage those who do not ride to attend in their car. If this is your first mission, go to the initial staging area and you will be briefed by the Ride Captain (R/C). Dress for motorcycle riding or casually if you are in a car (cage). For the sanctity of the mission and out of respect for the hero and family, no shorts or other inappropriate attire.
