San Andreas, CA…Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office Recognizes Deputy Mireya Ortega for Gold Medal Performance at United States Police & Fire Championships. The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office is proud to recognize Deputy Mireya Ortega for her outstanding performance at the 59th Annual United States Police & Fire Championships, originally known as the Police Olympics, held in San Diego, California.

Deputy Ortega competed on Saturday, June 13, 2026, in the swimming competition hosted at Mater Dei High School in Chula Vista, California, where first responders from across the nation gathered to compete in one of the country’s premier public safety athletic events.

Deputy Ortega competed in three swimming events, including the 50-yard breaststroke, 50-yard freestyle, and the 100-yard individual medley. Through her dedication, discipline, and athletic ability, she captured gold in all three events.
In addition to her gold medal finishes, Deputy Ortega set two championship records:
• 50-yard freestyle – 25.69 seconds
• 100-yard individual medley – 1:03.26

The United States Police & Fire Championships attracts over 3,000 public safety professionals from law enforcement, fire service, EMS, corrections, and emergency communications across the country to compete in more than 35 athletic events.

Deputy Ortega’s accomplishments reflect the professionalism, commitment, and perseverance she brings not only to competition, but also to her service with the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office.

If you’re lucky enough to run into Deputy Ortega while she’s out on patrol today, ask her about her weekend in San Diego. She’s carrying all three gold medals with her, and they’re even more impressive in person.
Great job, Deputy Ortega.

We are very proud of you!