Proud Auntie Praises Pass Area Nephew: Local Hero

SAN GORGONIO PASS AREA, CA — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we're working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Loretta Urenda who nominated Heriberto Jimenez:

Name: Heriberto Jimenez

Home town: Banning-Beaumont

Hero's job: Law enforcement

Relationship to nominee: Nephew

Reason for recognition: Heriberto has experienced life for the miracle that it is. He lost his father to a DUI accident last year and still found the strength to come to work everyday and assist people in the community. He is a hero to our whole family. He keeps us going everyday.

One thing to know: He goes above and beyond to help people and the community.

Thank you for all you do, Heriberto!

>> Do YOU have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here. Read about other heroes from across California here.

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