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    Which Way, L.A.?

    Chief Beck, His Future and the Future of Drones at the LAPD

    Charlie Beck became Chief of the LAPD five years ago, and he's asked the Police Commission for another five-year term. In the meantime, Chief Beck has been very cautious about the use of two unmanned drones the LAPD has been given by the City of Seattle.  Joel Rubin covers the LAPD for the Los Angeles Times .

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    By Warren Olney • Jun 10, 2014 • 1 min read

    Charlie Beck became Chief of the LAPD five years ago, and he's asked the Police Commission for another five-year term. In the meantime, Chief Beck has been very cautious about the use of two unmanned drones the LAPD has been given by the City of Seattle. Joel Rubin covers the LAPD for the Los Angeles Times.

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      KCRW

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      Joel Rubin

      Los Angeles Times

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