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13-Year-Old Leukemia Patient Receives a Hero’s Welcome at

Industry Sheriff’s Station

On Tuesday, May 3, 2016, Industry Sheriff’s Station Deputy Marianne Oliver responded to a call for service to assist 13-year-old Julian Cardenas.  When she met with him, she learned that, back in February, Julian experienced an unusual bout of severe back pain.  Julian was examined by doctors and diagnosed with leukemia. 

Although he is on a path to wellness by undergoing treatment, Deputy Oliver learned Julian felt dejected and was struggling emotionally because he is limited in participating in some play activities with others kids; skateboarding, bicycle riding or even attending school regularly is difficult while his immune system and health are in repair.  Julian is quite fond of learning and would like to become an engineer one day.

Moved by Julian’s circumstances, Deputy Oliver felt a need to do something more than just handling a regular call for service.  As she drove back to the station, the story of Julian weighed heavily on her heart.  When the deputy returned, she shared the story with coworkers who immediately came up with a plan to perk Julian up:  They decided to make him a Deputy for A Day! 

Wednesday, July 20, 2016, was a big day for Julian, chock-full of activities and surprises!  The deputies worked really hard to make this a day he would remember for a long time and give him a good boost.  Seeing Julian happy again was important for them, and knowing his parents would have harmony back in their home again with a content child, a blessing.

Can you imagine Julian’s face when Deputy Oliver pulled up to his house that morning in a customized LASD Chevy Camaro?!  It was fantastic!  With Julian’s parents in on the surprise, Deputy Oliver picked him up and off they drove to Industry Station, where they kicked-off the day with Acting Assistant Sheriff Anthony La Berge swearing Julian in as the Industry Sheriff’s Station Deputy of the Day! 

Since Julian was now an ‘official’ deputy, he was familiarized with his station on a tour.  He moved on to ‘supervise’ other deputies training in the weapons training simulator, then spent time training, too, with Special Enforcement Bureau Special Weapons Team, K-9 and Aero Bureau deputies. 

So Julian could have some tokens to remind him of his special day in law enforcement, different LASD departments donated a collection of souvenirs and challenge coins.  The deputies were hoping these items would show Julian how much he touched their hearts, and quietly give him encouragement and support on the harder days of his medical, emotional and physical challenges. 

To complete the day, Industry Station personnel hosted a barbecue fundraiser, with all the proceeds going to support Julian and his family.   As his condition improves, they hope to have him join next year’s Camp Courage, an exclusive camping experience hosted by the Industry Sheriff’s Youth Activities League.     

For additional information, please contact Industry Station Captain Tim Murakami at (626) 330-3322, Public Information Officer Nicole Nishida at (323) 810-1973 or Sheriff’s Information Bureau at (213) 229-1700.

Written by:

Captain Tim Murakami

Industry Sheriff’s Station

150 North Hudson Avenue,

City of Industry, CA  91744

626-330-3322

Prepared by:

Deputy Don Walker

Deputy Lillian Peck

PIO Nicole Nishida

Sheriff’s Information Bureau

211 West Temple Street,

Los Angeles, CA 90012

213-229-1700

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