Explorers Cpl. Oscar Gutierrez and Lt. Lex Ogan were honored by the Department, Cpl. Gutierrez for bravery and Lt. Ogan for supporting a Deputy in an altercation. Also honored was Deputy Curtis Vincent for his service as an advisor to the Explorers.
Sheriff Sandra Hutchens and Command Staff honor Explorer Corporal Oscar Gutierrez who saved a wheelchair-bound woman from a burning building
Explorer Corporal Gutierrez has been with Explorer Post #449 for three years and aspires to become an Orange County Deputy Sheriff. He recently graduated from high school and will be attending college in the fall.
His act of heroism was the subject of an earlier Blog story. To view that entry click here.
To view the Explorer Gold Award commentary click: Oscar001 a.pdf (56.33 kb)
Explorer Lieutenant Lex Ogan is presented with Explorer Award by Assistant Sheriff Jack Anderson for calling for backup to help a
Deputy being assaulted.
Lt. Ogan was working with a Deputy doing undercover buys of alcohol by a minor. At an establishment in San Clemente the Deputy was punched in the face. Before the Deputy could call for help, Explorer Lt. Ogan had called for backup. Explorer Lt Ogan provided the dispatcher with the proper location and circumstances involved.
"Lex remained calm and acted as a good witness until Deputies arrived. I was proud that Lex was able to act accordingly during a stressful situation for both of us," the Deputy reported.
To view the Explorer Gold Award Commentary click: Lex 001.pdf (54.21 kb)
Assistant Sheriff Jack Anderson presents Explorer Golden Advisor Award to Deputy Curtis Vincent
Deputy Vincent has trained Explorer teams for High Rish Vehicle Stop competitions and his teams have placed first and second in recent regional games. He has mentored three Explorers who have been named Explorer of the Year. A 29 year veteran of the Department, Deputy Vincent has been an Explorer Advisor for 8 years.
To view the Award commentary click: Vince001.pdf (60.93 kb)