Just an update to this story of the four men who heard the gunfire from across the street and then ran
towards it and the danger. Doug Childers, Brendan Pena, John Gallegos, and Michael Sauerwein were honored by the city of Seal Beach for their actions that horrible day.
From
this article, I think this quote puts it well:
They elevated their status from men to heroes, and our community owes them a profound recognition and our deepest gratitude.
As a southern California resident myself, I'm particularly grateful to know people like these four are around. Thank you!