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LAPD's pattern of shooting family dogs raises safety concerns
An investigation into Los Angeles police shootings of dogs reveals dozens of cases over a decade, prompting questions about tactics and whether some deaths could have been prevented.
In brief
An investigation into Los Angeles police shootings of dogs reveals dozens of cases over a decade, prompting questions about tactics and whether some deaths could have been prevented. CBS California Investigates found the LAPD shot 67 dogs over ten years, killing 45, raising questions about police tactics and whether…
A child witnesses her family's dog shot
Neveah Aguilar was seven years old when an LAPD officer opened fire on Kush, her family's pit bull, inside their Hollywood apartment.
Investigation finds dozens of LAPD dog shootings
CBS California Investigates examined Los Angeles Police Department use-of-force reports involving dog shootings over ten years.
The numbers: 67 dogs shot, 45 killed
Over the past ten years, LAPD officers shot 67 dogs; 45 have been pit bulls.In 2016, there were 19 shootings with 12 deaths.In 2015, there were 11 shootings with eight deaths.
A second dog shot in Canoga Park
In June, LAPD officers responded to a call about a woman screaming during the NBA Championship game.
Attorney: more patience could have saved both dogs
Theida Salazar, attorney for Aguilar's family, said police shootings against dogs were common when he worked on her case in 2018.
“If just a little more patience had been exercised, the dog would not have been shot, and I believe in the same instance in Canoga Park.”
Mayor orders review; department says no formal changes yet
Following Jameson's death, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass ordered a review of dog encounters involving deadly force.
The essence
CBS California Investigates found the LAPD shot 67 dogs over ten years, killing 45, raising questions about police tactics and whether some shootings could have been prevented.
