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Calls for Investigation in LAPD's Handling of Active Shooter Case

2/4/2026

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Lawyers for Keith Porter Jr. call for an independent investigation, questioning LAPD fairness.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security says Porter was an "active shooter," though details remain unclear.
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump and attorney Jamal Tooson note slow progress and compare to other federal shootings.
Black Lives Matter says the agent armed himself before confronting Porter, who allegedly fired into the air.

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Lawyers for Keith Porter Jr. call for an independent investigation, questioning LAPD fairness.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security says Porter was an "active shooter," though details remain unclear.
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump and attorney Jamal Tooson note slow progress and compare to other federal shootings.
Black Lives Matter says the agent armed himself before confronting Porter, who allegedly fired into the air.