LAPD's 'best' anti-gang unit shut down, officers investigated for turning off body cams
Key takeaways
- The LAPD has temporarily disbanded a South L.A. anti-gang unit whose members are accused of turning off their body-worn cameras during traffic stops.
- Police officials announced the move Tuesday as the department’s civilian watchdog requested a review of behavior by all gang enforcement units citywide.
- “We take this very very seriously, which is why the entire unit is stood down,” Asst.
A member of the LAPD gets into his patrol car parked in front of police headquarters on 1st St. in downtown Los Angeles. (Mel Melcon/Los Angeles Times) By Libor Jany and Richard Winton May 12, 2026 3:57 PM PT 5 min Click here to listen to this article Share via Close extra sharing options Email Facebook X Linked In Threads Reddit Whats App Copy Link URL Copied! Print 0:00 0:00 1x This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here.
The LAPD has temporarily disbanded a South L.A. anti-gang unit whose members are accused of turning off their body-worn cameras during traffic stops.
Police officials announced the move Tuesday as the department’s civilian watchdog requested a review of behavior by all gang enforcement units citywide.