Take Two translates the day’s headlines for Southern California, making sense of the news and cultural events that affect our lives. Produced by Southern California Public Radio and broadcast from October 2012 – June 2021. Hosted by A Martinez.
Earlier this week, the Los Angeles Police Commission found that an officer was unjustified in the fatal shooting of 25-year-old Ezell Ford last summer. That finding contradicts an earlier conclusion reached by LAPD Chief Charlie Beck that the officer was following protocol. After the commission reached its decision, Beck recorded a video message to share with the rank and file.
Retired LAPD Sgt. Cheryl Dorsey, community advocate and expert on police culture, discussed the delicate balance between supporting the LAPD, while keeping officers in line.
Click on the blue player above to listen to the interview.