“The Cocky Watchman” Pt. 1: Curtis Warren

“The Cocky Watchman” Pt. 1: Curtis Warren

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LA County Sheriff’s Gangs Pt. 5: The East LA Banditos

In East LA, a group of deputies named the Banditos stand accused of running the sheriff’s substation like a gang, institutionalizing a culture of fear and retaliation. And while they’re intimidating civilians and colleagues alike, they may be protected by the very top of the depa ...  Show more

LA County Sheriff’s Gangs Pt. 4: The Compton Executioners

The Compton Executioners allegedly control every aspect of life at the LASD Compton substation. Gang members have been accused of assaulting fellow deputies and even killing civilians, claiming, often without evidence, that they were acting in self-defense. And although they’ve f ...  Show more

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