For the primary time in 20 years, a Los Angeles police officer has been convicted of expenses in a lethal taking pictures.
The Los Angeles District Legal professional's Workplace introduced the sentencing of former LA County Sheriff's Deputy Andrew Lyons, who is anticipated to be sentenced to 30 days in county jail and as much as two years of formal probation; the utmost time period permitted by legislation. The previous deputy can even voluntarily surrender his certification as a peace officer.
Lyons, 37, pleaded no contest to at least one depend of assault with a semi-automatic firearm and one depend of assault underneath colour of authority within the taking pictures dying of Willowbrook native Ryan Twyman.
“At this time, justice has been served for Mr. Twyman's household who’ve spent years mourning the lack of their cherished one,” stated District Legal professional George Gascón. “This verdict displays my workplace's unwavering dedication to making sure that each particular person, no matter their occupation, is held accountable for his or her actions.”
District Legal professional Gascón stated this conviction “sends a message” of accountability from legislation enforcement.
“I wish to commend the devoted efforts of the Justice System Integrity Division of my workplace who labored tirelessly to prosecute this case,” Gascón stated. “This conviction sends a robust message that nobody is above the legislation. Our purpose is to not undermine the sacrifices made by legislation enforcement officers who serve our communities. Nonetheless, accountability is paramount to take care of public confidence and to make sure that the rules of justice are maintained.”
The taking pictures occurred in June 2019, after officers responded to a name within the Willowbrook neighborhood and approached Twyman in his automobile. Twyman allegedly backed up his automobile towards the officers, with Lyons firing into the car with a semiautomatic rifle.
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