February 16, 2022 - SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom on Tuesday issued the following statement regarding the death of Alameda County Sheriff’s Deputy Aubrey Phillips:
“Jennifer and I are incredibly saddened to learn of Deputy Phillips’ unexpected death. Our thoughts are with her friends and loved ones during this difficult time. As a member of the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office, she selflessly and courageously served her community and the people of California, and we are forever grateful for her service.”
Deputy Phillips, 36, passed away on February 12, 2022 after suffering a severe medical emergency in the line of duty.
Serving as an Alameda County Sheriff’s Office deputy for two years, Deputy Phillips was assigned as a patrol officer contracted by the City of Dublin. She previously served as an Alameda County Sheriff’s Office jail technician for three years.
Deputy Phillips is survived by her husband, Josh, who is also a deputy with the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office; three sons; and her parents.
In honor of Deputy Phillips, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.
Source: Office of the Governor
Per Alameda County Sheriff's Office:
It is with tremendous sadness we report the sudden and unexpected death of Deputy Sheriff Aubrey Phillips.
On Saturday, February 12, 2022, Deputy Phillips was assigned as a patrol officer to the City of Dublin, California a contract police service of the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office. About 1:46 am, Deputy Phillips conducted a traffic enforcement stop in which she arrested the driver of the vehicle. During the process of that arrest, while seated in her patrol vehicle, Deputy Phillips suffered a severe and acute medical emergency. Another officer noticed Deputy Phillips in distress and immediately began life saving efforts and called for emergency medical services. Deputy Phillips was rushed to Stanford Valley Care Hospital in Pleasanton, California and was listed in critical condition. She was transported to John Muir Medical Center in Walnut Creek for life saving intervention. Tragically, medical professionals were unable to save her life and she passed away.
Deputy Phillips was a registered organ donor and she will donate her organs to others as a result of her death. Sheriff Gregory Ahern stated, “This tragic event has touched each member of this agency. Aubrey’s short life will live on even after her passing. Aubrey will continue to serve her community by giving the gift of life to others in need. She was truly a remarkable person and served this agency and Alameda County with dignity and honor.”
Deputy Phillips was 36 years old. She was a five year veteran of the Agency and assigned as a midnight shift patrol officer in the City of Dublin. Deputy Phillips is the daughter of an honorably retired Alameda County Deputy Sheriff and her husband is a current Deputy Sheriff for Alameda County. Deputy Phillips and her husband have three young children.
Our Agency is heartbroken over the sudden death of Deputy Phillips. We are providing counseling and peer support to our members impacted by her loss.
Further information regarding funeral services will be provided at a later date.
Photo credits: Alameda County Sheriff's Office
