There are now four whistleblowers with similar stories of alleged deputy gang activity by so-called "Executioners" at the Compton sheriff's station, according to attorney Alan Romero.
They are all in fear for their lives, especially after one found a dead rat on his doorstep.
They are all in fear for their lives, especially after one found a dead rat on his doorstep.
Deputy Art Gonzalez - whose testimony is now public - has not received any protection from @LASDHQ after reporting alleged gang activity by a group of 15-20 deputies with matching skull tattoos.
Instead, he says his initial, anonymous complaint was quickly leaked to the gang:
Instead, he says his initial, anonymous complaint was quickly leaked to the gang:
Gonzalez says Executioners held crucial positions at the Compton station: scheduling, dispatch and even internal affairs. That gave the alleged gang immense power - allowing them to give overtime, days off, and assignments to members and prospects. https://bit.ly/33d6n9E
Here's what @AGBecerra's office said about overseeing the internal investigation into the death of #AndresGuardado.
"We are not aware of information at this time indicating that an additional separate investigation and review by our office is required..."
"We are not aware of information at this time indicating that an additional separate investigation and review by our office is required..."
"... or that a conflict of interest prevents the current investigation from proceeding."