Officer Mauro Gonzalez' Recovery

The California State Hospital Peace Officers' Association for the Department of State Hospitals - Metropolitan Police Department is calling upon those in the law enforcement community, surrounding communities of Norwalk, the mental health community, servicemembers, family and friends to come alongside one of our brothers, Officer Mauro Gonzalez, in his time of need.

On Monday, August 29, 2022, at approximately 6:00 pm, Mauro was riding his motorcycle when he was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Gardendale Street and Paramount Boulevard. Mauro suffered extensive injuries but is stable at a local Southern California hospital. He now faces a long road to recovery and substantial financial challenges in the coming months.

Mauro is a Marine Corps combat veteran, an aviator, an experienced motorcyclist, and a proud resident of the Norwalk community. He was deployed to Afghanistan from 2008 to 2010, has served with DSH-M Police Department since 2016, and is a pleasure to have as part of the Metro family. If you've met Mauro then you call Mauro a friend.

Mauro will require surgery on his leg and shoulder and will eventually be sent home to recover with his family in Norwalk.

Donations will be used for bills, living and medical expenses not covered by insurance or state compensation, and 100% will be distributed through the POA directly to Mauro.

If you wish to reach out, please submit all inquiries directly to this campaign.