The Los Angeles Police Department on Wednesday announced the death of Police Officer III Daniel N. Malek, a veteran of the force who was assigned to the Northeast Area. The department said Malek is survived by his daughter, Samantha, and his mother, Laila.
LAPD Post and Tribute
In a post on Facebook, the Los Angeles Police Department shared a brief tribute that quickly drew condolences from across the city. The department wrote, “May you rest in peace, Officer Daniel Malek; we will never forget you.” The post said Malek died on Friday, March 13, and listed his serial number as 37699. It also confirmed he was last assigned to the Northeast Area and named his daughter, Samantha, and his mother, Laila, as survivors.
Northeast Area and Officers’ Service
The Northeast Community Police Station serves neighborhoods including Eagle Rock, Highland Park, and Echo Park, according to the LAPD. The station’s public page lists its address as 3353 San Fernando Road and provides a front desk number for inquiries. That context underscores where Malek had been stationed during his career in the department.
Records and Details
Public databases that track officers list a Daniel N. Malek with a unique internal identifier 37699 and the rank Police Officer III. OpenOversight’s officer profile carries that information. The department has not released the circumstances of his death or details about funeral arrangements, and the station’s news feed, along with the department’s social channels, remain the primary places for official updates…