Los Angeles DA George Gascon on Tuesday responded to criticism following reports that deceased Justin Flores was on probation when he allegedly killed two El Monte officers.
Last year, the FBI warned that homicides in the US rose nearly 30percent from 2020 and overall violent crime rose for the first time in four years. The trend in homicides has continued this year
The Los Angeles suspect who is accused of killing two El Monte police officers on Tuesday night died by suicide as a result of a gunshot wound to the head, officials say.
Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascon was slammed by the mother of a slain Los Angeles police officer who says Gascon's policies contributed to the tragedy.
Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascon is facing heavy criticism after two police officers were killed by a gang member who was on probation.