Family calls for independent investigation after Gardena police shot, killed woman at end of chase

Family members are calling for an independent investigation after an allegedly armed woman was shot and killed by Gardena police at the end of a brief chase and standoff.

According to authorities, the sequence of events began April 15 when officers attempted to pull over Alexandra Cordoba on suspicion of speeding.

The suspect did not yield, and a pursuit ensued, police said. She later allegedly barricaded herself in her vehicle and then brandished a gun, authorities said…

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