11-year Buena Park Police veteran killed in crash on way home after completing his shift

BUENA PARK, Calif. - An 11-year veteran of the Buena Park Police Department was killed in a traffic accident Saturday while on his way home after completing his shift, authorities said.

"Today, our department mourns the loss of Officer Art Brice," the Buena Park Police Department wrote on Facebook. "Officer Brice gave the city and citizens of Buena Park 11 years of dedicated service, as one of our reserve officers."

Brice had been assigned to the department's gang unit and patrol. He also served as a member of the color guard.

"Officer Brice will be remembered as a genuine, caring, and uplifting presence, always ready to lend a hand or an ear. One of his favorite topics of discussion has been his 8-month-old granddaughter," the department wrote.

Police said that Brice was on his way home around 5 a.m. after completing a shift when he was involved in the crash, which tragically claimed his life. Details regarding what caused the crash or if anyone else was injured were not immediately available.

"Please keep Officer Brice’s family in your prayers. We thank the community and allied agencies who have reached out and offered support," the department added.