In a shocking turn of events, thirty detention officers at Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall in Downey, California, have been indicted on serious charges, including child endangerment, abuse, conspiracy, and battery. The indictment alleges that these officers facilitated and, in some instances, encouraged 69 "gladiator fights" among youth detainees between July and December 2023.
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The California Department of Justice launched an investigation into Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall after a video surfaced in January 2024, allegedly showing a 17-year-old being assaulted by multiple detainees while officers stood by, some appearing to laugh and shake hands with the participants.
Attorney General Rob Bonta emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating, "They did have multiple gladiator-type fights between individuals with probation officers employed by LA County right there in the room watching, not intervening, not keeping the young people they were charged with taking care of safe." The indictment claims that officers not only failed to intervene but actively orchestrated violent encounters.
The Los Angeles County Probation Department, responsible for the facility, has placed the implicated officers on leave without pay and has publicly supported legal action against them. In a statement, the department reaffirmed its stance, stating, "Accountability is a cornerstone of our mission, and we have zero tolerance for misconduct of any peace officers, especially those dealing with young people in our system."
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