Authorities have identified the Baldwin Park police officer who was tragically killed in the line of duty on Saturday night as Officer Samuel Riveros, a 9-year veteran of the department.

The deadly incident occurred during a shootout with a suspect in a residential neighborhood in Baldwin Park.

At approximately 7:21 p.m., officers responded to reports of a man firing a rifle in the 4200 block of Filhurst Avenue.

Upon arrival, officers immediately came under fire.

“When officers arrived, they were met by gunfire,” Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna stated during a press conference late Saturday night.

Officer Riveros and a second officer were both struck by gunfire. The Los Angeles County Fire Department confirmed that one officer was transported by ambulance, while the other was airlifted to USC Medical Center.

Despite life-saving efforts, Officer Riveros succumbed to his injuries. The second officer remains hospitalized in stable condition, surrounded by family.

Law enforcement returned fire during the exchange, striking the suspect. The individual was taken into custody and transported to a local hospital, where he remains in stable condition.

In a tragic development, a second victim was also discovered at the scene, suffering from fatal gunshot wounds.

Authorities believe the deceased individual may have been killed by the same suspect prior to the officers’ arrival.

The identity of the suspect has not yet been released, and investigators have not confirmed initial reports suggesting a second suspect may have been involved.

Surveillance footage from the area shows neighbors and partygoers fleeing in panic as gunfire erupted. One resident described the chaos as “unreal,” noting his car windshield was shattered in the crossfire.

Large crowds gathered near the scene following the incident, and local streets were cordoned off as law enforcement continued their investigation.

Officers and deputies remained in the neighborhood through the night.

Baldwin Park Police Chief Robert Lopez described Officer Riveros as “an amazing man,” adding that his death was “extremely tragic” for the department and the community.

“I ask the community to remember the officers and deputies who go out there every day, making it safe for all of our families and residents,” Chief Lopez said.

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is leading the ongoing investigation.

Further updates will be provided as additional information becomes available.