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Which Way, L.A.?

Ex-Undersheriff Tanaka indicted

As Undersheriff of LA County, Paul Tanaka was Number Two to Lee Baca, who stepped down during a corruption scandal two years ago, rather than completing his third term as Sheriff. Today, Tanaka — who's also Mayor of Gardena — was indicted on federal charges of conspiracy and obstruction of justice.

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By Warren Olney • May 14, 2015 • 12m Listen

As Undersheriff of LA County, Paul Tanaka was Number Two to Lee Baca, who stepped down during a corruption scandal two years ago, rather than completing his third term as Sheriff. Today, Tanaka — who's also Mayor of Gardena — was indicted on federal charges of conspiracy and obstruction of justice. So was former Captain "Tom" Carey, who oversaw criminal investigations during Tanaka's tenure.

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    Warren Olney

    former KCRW broadcaster

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    Jenny Hamel

    KCRW

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    Laurie Levenson

    Professor of Criminal Law at Loyola Law School; former federal prosecutor

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    Brian Moriguchi

    LA County Professional Peace Officers Association

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