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Jail Guards Are Sentenced to Go Behind Bars
Six LA Sheriff’s deputies were sentenced to years in prison today for obstructing an FBI investigation into abuse of inmates in County jail. The judge found no evidence they were following orders. Does that mean higher-ups are off the hook?
By Warren Olney • • 20m ListenSix LA Sheriff’s deputies were sentenced to years in prison today for obstructing an FBI investigation into abuse of inmates in County jail. The judge found no evidence they were following orders. Does that mean higher-ups are off the hook?
Also, LA Mayor Garcetti says he is speeding up the process for solar power on private homes. But residents still have to wait months after units have been installed before the Department of Water and Power allows them to be turned on.
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2 storiesFederal Judge Sentences Six in Sheriff’s Department Corruption Probe
Six LA Sheriff’s officials have been sentenced to federal prison for involvement in what Judge Percy Anderson called “blind obedience to a corrupt culture.” Two lieutenants, two sergeants and two deputies were convicted of obstructing an FBI investigation by hiding a jail informant. Their sentences range from 21 months to more than three years.
Read the story10 minGoing Solar Still Isn’t Easy in LA
Mayor Eric Garcetti has promised to speed up the process of making Los Angeles go green. He’s announced that permits for solar power on private homes are now available on line. Does he need to do more?
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