Thank You Officer White

Last Thursday I met with residents from Venice and Mar Vista at Penmar Recreation Center to give thanks to Los Angeles Police Department Senior Lead Officer Craig White. On Friday, April 27, 2007 Officer White retired from the LAPD after more than 36 years of dedicated service to the citizens of Los Angeles. He graduated from the Los Angeles Police Academy on January 25, 1971 and served with deep commitment and professionalism in North Hollywood, Venice Division, Venice Traffic Division, West Traffic Division, and Pacific Division: Beach Detail, Explorer Advisor, Patrol, Senior Lead Officer, and Bike Patrol Instructor. He has consistently distinguished himself as a clear example of leadership and honesty. His dedication to professionalism and his record of outstanding achievement exemplify the highest tradition of the LAPD.

Senior Lead Officer Craig White's most rewarding career highlight is his inspiring and challenging six year participation in the Police Unity Tour. This 3000 mile bicycle ride to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C. with the primary purpose of raising awareness of the police officers who have died in the line of duty. You can find more information about the California Policy Unity Tour at http://www.calput.com/sponsorRider.asp.

I congratulate Senior Lead Officer Craig White on the completion of his outstanding career in law enforcement, and I extend best wishes to him and his wife, Julie, for a long and happy retirement.

- Bill