In this powerful episode of Caffeinated Trauma, we sit down with Colin Guzman—a former LAPD officer who carries on a proud family legacy of service. During his 5 years with LAPD, Colin served on patrol and the gang unit. Colin has faced some of the city's harshest realities head-on. But nothing could prepare him for the night he found himself off duty at a bar when an active shooter stormed in, ultimately claiming the lives of 11 people.

Colin opens up about the trauma, the weight of legacy, and how these life-altering moments have shaped his identity both in and out of uniform. This is a story of survival, strength, and the enduring impact of service.