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LAPD wants more volunteers on its force, but it's complicated

The LAPD is planning to expand its volunteer police force to 5,000 across the city. But some residents worry that vigilantism could take a wrong turn. We go for a ride-along.

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KCRW placeholderBy Jarrett Hill • Sep 3, 2019 • 24m Listen

The LAPD is planning to expand its volunteer police force to 5,000 across the city. But some residents worry that vigilantism could take a wrong turn. We go for a ride-along.

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    Jarrett Hill

    journalist

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    Christian Bordal

    Managing Producer, Greater LA

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    Kathryn Barnes

    Producer, Reporter

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    Jenna Kagel

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