Los Angeles police officer dies during training exercise in Huntington Beach, officials say

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. (KABC) — A Los Angeles police officer died Thursday during an on-duty training exercise, according to the department.

The incident occurred in Huntington Beach. The officer was transported to Orange Coast Medical Center in Fountain Valley following the incident.

The officer was identified as Thomas Denton. He was assigned to the Metropolitan Division, according to the LAPD.

A procession from Fountain Valley to the Orange County Coroner’s Office took place.

Further details about the incident were not immediately available.

Authorities have not released additional information about the circumstances of the officer’s death.

This is a developing story. This article will continue to be updated as more information becomes available.