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Santa Ana Police Department Delays Investigation of a Child Sexual Assault by an Off-Duty Officer for More Than Half a Year, Commander…

Audit of incident’s handling says delay “severely hampered” investigation. Complaint alleges key information withheld from auditor.

Feb 19 •

Callous Prank at Santa Ana Police Department Reveals Culture of Harassment

A fake BOLO bulletin made light of the tragic killing of Brandon Lopez. The department has called it mere “musings” and refuses to disclose who is…

Feb 18 •

Police Oversight Established in Santa Ana

The Santa Ana City Council voted to establish a resident-led commission to review police misconduct.

Feb 17 •

Santa Ana PD Chief Confirms MET Allegations, Says Reporting Baseless

In a video message, Chief David Valentin confirmed allegations of gang-like activity within the department.

Jan 28 •

EXCLUSIVE: Santa Ana Police’s MET Team Includes Gang-Like Group That Sexually Assaulted a Child

Chief David Valentin has been accused of letting MET “act with impunity.”

Jan 22 •

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