SECURITYJul 26 · 02:48 UTCNY POSTBen Chapman, David Thompson, Jamie Paige

LAPD’s top cop reveals staggering extent of police shortage

LAPD’s top cop highlights a significant police shortage, stating the department needs 12,500 officers for optimal coverage but is far from reaching that number.

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