SFPD Awarded Officers with Medal of Valor #26-137
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On Wednesday, November 4, 2026, the San Francisco Police Department recognized 17 officers during the annual Medal of Valor Awards Ceremony. The officers demonstrated personal courage in the face of danger, planning and coordination under pressure, and excellent investigative abilities during serious incidents. The actions of these officers exemplify the SFPD’s values and mission.
The Medal of Valor is awarded to officers for exceptional bravery in protecting the city and its communities. This year, seventeen officers received the Gold Medal of Valor, Silver Medal of Valor, and the Bronze Medal of Valor.
Learn about the 3 types of Medal of Valor.
SFPD congratulates the following Medal of Valor recipients:
Gold Medal of Valor Recipients
Sergeant Cullen Roche
Officer Frank Olcomendy
Officer John Quinlan
Sergeant Ronald Kuchac
Officer Andrew Clifford
Officer Victor Custodio
Officer Mark Wilker
Officer Joshua Zavala
Officer Matthew Bonilla
Officer Thomas Smith
Officer Paul Balza
Officer Ryan Prasadi
Sergeant Leonard Caldera
Sergeant Diane Khuu
Sergeant Shante Williams
Officer Kevin Lara
Officer George Raymond
Officer Manuel Serrano
Officer Michael Fye
Officer Sky Schmierer-Marquez
Officer Matthew Maciel
Silver Medal of Valor Recipients
Officer Danny De Leon Garcia
Officer Donald Sakiyama
Officer Richard Hawkins
Officer Jimmy Tran
Bronze Medal of Valor Recipients
Sergeant Daniel Rosaia
Officer Ayrtson Costa
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