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LAPD Chief explains Trader Joe’s shootout

LAPD Chief Michel Moore announced on Tuesday that one of his officers -- not suspect Gene Atkins -- fired the bullet that killed Trader Joe’s manager Melyda Corado over the weekend.

By Madeleine Brand • Jul 25, 2018 • 48m Listen

LAPD Chief Michel Moore announced on Tuesday that one of his officers -- not suspect Gene Atkins -- fired the bullet that killed Trader Joe’s manager Melyda Corado over the weekend. He explains the timeline of what happened, how officers decided to open fire in a crowded area, and whether this will lead to changes in policing policy.

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Press Play with Madeleine Brand

LAPD Chief explains Trader Joe’s shootout

LAPD Chief Michel Moore announced on Tuesday that one of his officers -- not suspect Gene Atkins -- fired the bullet that killed Trader Joe’s manager Melyda Corado over the weekend.

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Press Play with Madeleine Brand

LAPD Chief explains Trader Joe’s shootout

LAPD Chief Michel Moore announced on Tuesday that one of his officers -- not suspect Gene Atkins -- fired the bullet that killed Trader Joe’s manager Melyda Corado over the weekend.

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