Ex-LAPD Officer Arrested for 2015 Killing of Unarmed Homeless Man

Arrest of Former LAPD Officer

• 🚨 A former LAPD officer, Clifford Proctor, has been arrested in connection with the death of an unarmed homeless man, Brendon Glenn, 10 years ago.
• 🎯 The arrest occurred as Proctor was reportedly attempting to flee the country, being taken into custody at LAX.

Circumstances of the 2015 Shooting

• 📍 The incident took place in Venice in 2015 when Proctor, while on duty, shot Glenn twice in the back during a struggle.
• ⚠️ Investigators determined that Glenn was on his stomach when Proctor fired the fatal shots.

Legal and Administrative History

• ⚖️ The Police Commission ruled the shooting unjustified in 2016.
• 🚫 In 2018, the District Attorney declined to file charges due to insufficient evidence, despite the former Chief calling the shooting unjustified.
• 🔍 The case was later reopened under a new District Attorney, who assigned a special prosecutor to review past police shootings.

Public Reaction and Future Proceedings

• 🤔 Many are questioning whether this arrest, occurring 10 years later, signifies justice or a politically motivated act.
• 💬 The defense team acknowledged awareness of the charges but declined to comment on their plans.