[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 57 (Thursday, May 11, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E801-E802]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT OFFICER OSBALDO ``OZZIE'' RAMOS

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                         HON. LINDA T. SANCHEZ

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 11, 2006

  Ms. LINDA T. SANCHEZ of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 
recognize Officer Osbaldo ``Ozzie'' Ramos for being named a 2006 ``TOP 
COP'' by the National Association of Police Organizations (NAPO).
  The TOP COP is given annually by NAPO to pay tribute to outstanding 
law enforcement officers whose actions have gone above and beyond the 
call of duty.
  Officer Ozzie Ramos was nominated by his fellow Los Angeles Police 
Department Officers for his heroism in the face of grave danger last 
spring. On March 10, 2005, Officer Ramos and three fellow LAPD officers 
brought down two dangerous gunmen. That day the two suspects loaded a 
SUV with 500 rounds of ammunition and a rifle and lured officers into a 
chase. Several police cars joined the pursuit, including Officer Ozzie 
Ramos and his partner Officer Trevor Jackson, when suddenly the 
suspects opened the door of the van and began firing shots at the 
police cars.
  While Officer Ramos drove the patrol car, Officer Jackson returned 
the suspects' fire using his shotgun. When Officer Jackson ran out of 
ammunition, Officer Ramos courageously maintained their position in 
proximity to the SUV while simultaneously pulling out his weapon and 
firing a full magazine at the suspects.
  The Officers' fire caused the SUV to crash in a parking lot, but the 
suspects continued firing at Officer Ozzie Ramos and his comrades. 
Officer Ramos exited his vehicle and while firing, crossed an 
unprotected area to gain a better shot and more accurately relay 
information on the suspects' position. As a result of Officer Ramos' 
information, another officer fired through the door of the vehicle and 
ended the standoff.
  Officer Ramos' heroism that day is a reflection of his distinguished 
career in law enforcement. A 12-year veteran, Officer Ramos graduated 
from the Police Academy at the young age of 22. Upon graduation Officer 
Ramos was assigned to the 77th Street Patrol Division as a probationary 
officer. After completing probation, Officer Ramos served one year in 
the Central Traffic Division as a Collision Investigator before joining 
the Gang Enforcement Unit. He was certified as a gang expert and 
promoted to the ranks of Police Officer III and Assistant Squad Leader 
in the Gang Unit. After serving a tour in the Gang Unit, Officer Ramos 
continued his work as the Assistant Squad Leader in the Special 
Enforcement Unit. Presently Officer Ramos is a Field Training Officer 
in the 77th Street Patrol Division and he has received thirty-one 
Commendations for various acts, works, and accomplishments since 1998.
  Mr. Speaker and distinguished colleagues, please join me in honoring 
Officer Ozzie

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Ramos for being honored with the TOP COP award for 2006. He is an 
exemplary police officer whose dedicated and fearless service is 
keeping the people of southern California safe.

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