Olney in L.A.
An arrest, a death and a fight to obtain video
Four years ago, 56-year-old Vachel Howard was taken into LAPD custody on charges of driving while intoxicated. An hour later he was pronounced dead. Graphic video of his death has just been released.
By Warren Olney • • 7m ListenFour years ago, a 56-year-old grandfather of seven was taken into LAPD custody. An hour later, he was pronounced dead. What happened to Vachel Howard and how did he die? Video of his death has just been released following months of work by ProPublica investigative reporter Topher Sanders.
