The Brief
- A Los Angeles man is suing the LASD, claiming a flashbang device hit him at a protest, causing severe injury.
- The LASD stated it is reviewing video, but it’s currently unclear if their personnel were involved in that specific incident.
- This lawsuit highlights ongoing concerns about law enforcement’s use of force during recent L.A. protests.
LOS ANGELES – A Los Angeles man has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD), alleging excessive force after a flashbang device reportedly struck him and detonated on impact during the “No Kings” protest on June 14. The incident, according to the lawsuit, resulted in the amputation of one of his fingers.
Sergio Espejo, 33, a data engineer, claims the injury occurred without warning or provocation while he was participating in a protest in Downtown Los Angeles. His legal team states the injury has significantly impacted his ability to work and has raised questions regarding law enforcement’s use of force during public protests.
What we know:…