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LAPD officers secretly recorded making racist comments, complaint alleges

  • A complaint highlights that LAPD officers made racist and derogatory comments about recruits and colleagues, prompting public outrage and calls for accountability from city officials.
  • Chief Jim McDonnell stated he was "deeply disappointed" by the allegations and removed several officers from the Recruitment Division after the misconduct was reported.
  • The complaint accused LAPD Sergeant Denny Jong of leading these conversations and alleged various misconducts, including misrepresentation of work hours and biased recruitment practices.
  • Whistleblower Greg Smith confirmed cooperation with the inspector general due to fears of retaliation after exposing the misconduct.
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Los Angeles Times broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Monday, March 10, 2025.
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