Choir Boys Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club

On June 14th begining at 12:00 noon, I will be hosting the June State meeting at the new “Rabbit Hole” in Morristown Arizona.

Beer, Pop, Burgers and Hot Dogs will be provided.

Items on the agenda include:
Finances: Faudman
60/40 Contributions: Breezy/Gary
Ca. State FOR
How to add content to this blog: Rabbit

Attached is a map to my home. Please be careful before entering onto the airstrip by looking both ways and up in the air, as it is active and I expect that I plane or two will land and/or take off during the meeting.

If you have any problems while reroute, I can be reached on my cell phone at 623-203-6117.

BY JAMES GILBERT, SUN STAFF WRITER
February 4, 2008 - 6:14PM
About 15 members of a statewide law enforcement motorcycle club rode to Yuma Monday morning to present a $2,500 check to the family of a U.S. Border Patrol agent killed in the line of duty.

“It’s amazing to see how people can be so generous during such a hard time for us,” said Erica Aguilar, widow of Senior Border Patrol Agent Luis Aguilar, who was killed last month when he was struck by a suspected smuggling vehicle. “Louie was part of an unspoken brotherhood that supports each other, and they continue to support us.”

Known as the Choir Boys, the motorcycle group is made up of retired law enforcement officers who enjoy riding Harley-Davidson motorcycles and are dedicated to helping survivors of fallen law enforcement officers.

Rich Epps, Region 3 Choir Boys president who rode to Yuma on his motorcycle from Lake Havasu City, said club members were deeply affected when they read about Aguilar’s death and contacted the Yuma Border Patrol.

“It’s nice to know we can help someone who is going through a tough time like this,” Epps said.

Epps said it will be some time before Aguilar begins receiving benefits from her husband’s death. The money they gave her is meant to help her out financially until then.

“There are no strings attached or papers to sign; the money is hers, Epps said. “Before his benefits begin, the money will stop coming in. She may get his last paycheck, but that is it
until then.”

The Choir Boys gave Aguilar the money during a check presentation held in a conference room at the U.S. Border Patrol station on Avenue A.

“Your husband made the ultimate sacrifice to help keep us safe, so we want to give you a little something to help you through this tough time,” Epps said as he gave her the check.

Members of the motorcycle club stood along the walls in the room watching the ceremony, and Aguilar, who was holding their young daughter, went around afterwards hugging each of them.

“Thank you so much for helping us,” she told them.

Luis Aguilar was killed in the Imperial Sand Dunes on Jan. 19 when he was struck by the driver of a suspected smuggling vehicle he was trying to stop with spike strips.

The vehicle, a Hummer, was being pursued by U.S. agents and was traveling south through the sand dunes in an effort to return to Mexico when it struck the agent, the patrol said.

The driver of vehicle was identified as 22-year-old Jesus Navarro. He was arrested Jan. 22 in Sonora and is currently being held in Mexicali, Baja Calif., while waiting to be tried on smuggling charges.

Aguilar was honored in a public funeral service Jan. 24 in Yuma. The ceremony was attended by thousands of law enforcement officers from around the state and included a funeral procession with 400 law enforcement vehicles.

He was laid to rest in Mt. Carmel Cemetery in El Paso, Texas.

The members of the Choir Boys came from Phoenix, Globe and Lake Havasu City.

“It was a bit cold this morning,” Epps said of his 2-1/2-hour ride. “It was fun. I enjoy riding.”

Senior Agent Luis Aguilar
United States Border Patrol
End of watch: Saturday, January 19, 2008
Biographical Info
Age: 32
Tour of Duty: 6 years
Badge Number: Not available
Incident Details
Cause of Death: Vehicular assault
Date of Incident: Saturday, January 19, 2008
Incident Location: California
Weapon Used: Automobile
Suspect Info: Apprehended
Senior Border Patrol Agent Luis Aguilar was killed when he was intentionally struck by the driver of a vehicle he was attempting to stop.

Border patrol agents observed a brown Hummer and a red Ford F-250 pickup crossing from Mexico into the United States about 20 miles west of Yuma, Arizona. Agents on normal patrol watched as the vehicles traveled west on I-8. The drivers of the Hummer and the pickup saw that the agents were following them and turned around, heading back the way they had come, with the Border Patrol following them. As Agent Aguilar deployed spike strips, near the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area, he was intentionally struck by the driver of the Hummer.

Both vehicles fled into Mexico, where one of the suspects was later apprehended. A second suspect turned himself in to authorities in the United States.

Agent Aguilar had served with the Border Patrol for six years and is survived by his wife and two children. He was assigned to the Yuma Sector.
Arizona Choir Boys LEMC will present a check to the family of Agent Aguilar on Monday, February 4, 2008 at the Border Patrol Headquarters in Yuma, AZ. At 1300 hours.

Arizona Region III Choir Boys would like to thank the Phoenix guys for coming to Lake Havasu for the shoot out. It was a great success again. There were two combat ranges set up and all shooters did very well. I would not feel sorry for the criminal that encouters these fine shots. Wally however shot very well and handicapped himself by removing his front sight on the second range. We have not yet tallied the results.

I would like to throw out a challenge to all the Arizona Regions that did not attend this event. We are thinking of another shoot out in Febuary. Somewhere around the last weekend of that month. If you or your region would be interested in this event, Please let me know. I think that once you attend one of these events you will be hooked.

I hope to hear from you soon to find out about the next SHOOT OUT>>>>>>>>CFFC Richard “Deuce” Epps

There are a couple of non Choir Boy Rides in the Lake Havasu and Bullhead City area in the next two months. The first run is Sept. 22, 2007 at the Avi Casino. This run is put together by the Star Riders Chapter 228. The Star Riders participate every year in AZ Reion III’s River run with 20 plus bikes. The run is to raise funds to donate to the local food banks in this area. The run Starts at 0900 hours, on the 22nd.

The second run is on Oct.6, 2007 Ride 2 Read bead run and party. This run is put on by the Devilish Dames which is the local chapter of the Women in the Wind. All the proceeds of this run go to the Literacy Programs of Lake Havasu City and the run starts at 0900 hours.

If anyone is interested please email me and I will get you any information you need…..CFFC Richard Epps

AZ Region III as most of you know is having another shoot out Oct. 06, 2007 in Lake Havasu. This is an all Arizona Region Shoot. WE have not recieved any feed back from most of the AZ Regions, so its very hard to plan the event. I am asking that all Arizona Regions email me with the number of shooters or spectators that will be attending so that we can plan this event. I will also need to know if you want to stay the night in Havasu so that I can make hotel arraingments for you. Please Regions 1,2,4,5,6, respond to me via email at raepps_2000@yahoo.com I promise this will be a fun event…….CFFC Richard “Deuce” Epps

CHANDLER, Arizona (August 23, 2007) —Chandler Harley-Davidson and RideNow Powersports is making going out for a meal or a drink really fun again by hosting one of the hottest Tuesday nights in the valley, bringing motorcycle enthusiasts together to enjoy two of their favorite activities: riding and helping others. 

Tuesday, September 11th kicks off the Inaugural Two Wheel Tuesday Bike Night at the Tilted Kilt at 660 W. Warner Rd. in Tempe at 6pm. A good nights entertainment with live music, raffles, vendors, portable Dyno, $3 Jack Daniels, great food with 15% off with Biker Night Card – all helping to raise money for 5013c Charity’s FREEDOM IS NOT FREE (aiding wounded service members, their families and the families of the fatally wounded) and The Choir Boys United Fund For Fallen Survivors, (C.U.F.F.S) which aids surviving family members of fallen brothers and sisters of the Law Enforcement Community.

But mark your calendars - every first Tuesday of each month, around 6pm - motorcycle enthusiasts will flock to the Tilted Kilt, parking their bikes several deep. The Tilted Kilt pub is a sports pub with Lovely lasses in naughty but nice mini kilts and hunky male bartenders serving a menu of both traditional “pub grub” and pouring ales and beers from around the world as well as virtually every other libation a customer could want.

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About Chandler Harley-Davidson

At Chandler Harley-Davidson we know you want everything the name implies, and that is why we are a factory authorized M.S.R.P. Harley-Davidson/Buell dealership. Visit www.chandlerharley.com for more information

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About RideNow Powersports

RideNow Powersports is the largest retailer of Powersports products in the USA! - They have 31 Retail stores located in 5 states to serve you. Visit www.ridenow.com for more information.

CHANDLER, Arizona (August 23, 2007) —Chandler Harley-Davidson and RideNow Powersports is making going out for a meal or a drink really fun again by hosting one of the hottest Tuesday nights in the valley, bringing motorcycle enthusiasts together to enjoy two of their favorite activities: riding and helping others. 

Tuesday, September 11th kicks off the Inaugural Two Wheel Tuesday Bike Night at the Tilted Kilt at 660 W. Warner Rd. in Tempe at 6pm. A good nights entertainment with live music, raffles, vendors, portable Dyno, $3 Jack Daniels, great food with 15% off with Biker Night Card – all helping to raise money for 5013c Charity’s FREEDOM IS NOT FREE (aiding wounded service members, their families and the families of the fatally wounded) and The Choir Boys United Fund For Fallen Survivors, (C.U.F.F.S) which aids surviving family members of fallen brothers and sisters of the Law Enforcement Community.

But mark your calendars - every first Tuesday of each month, around 6pm - motorcycle enthusiasts will flock to the Tilted Kilt, parking their bikes several deep. The Tilted Kilt pub is a sports pub with Lovely lasses in naughty but nice mini kilts and hunky male bartenders serving a menu of both traditional “pub grub” and pouring ales and beers from around the world as well as virtually every other libation a customer could want.

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About Chandler Harley-Davidson

At Chandler Harley-Davidson we know you want everything the name implies, and that is why we are a factory authorized M.S.R.P. Harley-Davidson/Buell dealership. Visit www.chandlerharley.com for more information

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About RideNow Powersports

RideNow Powersports is the largest retailer of Powersports products in the USA! - They have 31 Retail stores located in 5 states to serve you. Visit www.ridenow.com for more information.

On Friday, July 27th, Phoenix Police Officer George Cortez Jr. was shot to death while attempting to arrest two people that were attempting to cash a forged check at Southwest Check Cashing near 83rd Ave and Encanto Blvd.

Slain Officer Cortez is survived by his wife Tiffany and two sons Kotlan 4 (right) and Gunner 2.

On Sunday, Region One members Wally, Carlos, Fraudman and Ponch presented a check from the Choirboy’s Fallen Officer fund to the family.

The Choirboys extend condolances to George’s family and to all members of the Phoenix Police Department.