Gardena Police Department, California • Line of Duty Death: November 15, 2018

Gardena Police Department Officer Toshio Hirai passed away on November 15th, 2018 after he succumbed to injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash while performing his duties as a motor officer.

Hirai served as a member of the Gardena Police Department for 12 years. In addition to serving as a motor officer, he was a member of the SWAT Team and a traffic investigator. Hirai was incredibly intelligent and was multi-lingual, having had the ability to speak five languages. He is remembered for his dedication to his career, his incredible sense of humor, and above all else, his immense love for his wife and son.

Gardena Police Department Officer Toshio Hirai is survived by his wife and 2-year-old son.