DOWNEY (2UG) – A staff member of Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall died at the Downey facility Thursday night.
The Los Angeles County Probation Department identified him as Senior Detention Services Officer Stanley Gyness.
“Today, we are deeply saddened by the loss of our colleague and friend, Officer Guyness. Senior Detention Services Officer Guyness died while in the line of duty. His commitment to his work was exemplary,” said Interim Chief Viera Rosa.
According to CBS 2, Guyness collapsed while working and life saving measures were unsuccessful.
“Our deepest condolences go out to the Guyness family, loved ones, fellow officers, and Probation Department staff,” said Rosa. “His legacy will continue to inspire us in our work and lives. He will be greatly missed. I join all our probation family and Department staff members as we mourn our colleague.”