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June 29, 2022: District Attorney Gascón and Human Relations Commission Announce Community-Based Forums to Inform Joint-Action Plan Against Hate in Los Angeles County

 

District Attorney Gascón and Human Relations Commission Announce Community-Based Forums to Inform Joint-Action Plan Against Hate in Los Angeles County

District Attorney George Gascón and Robin Toma, executive director of the Los Angeles County Commission on Human Relations, announced a series of community-based forums to inform a joint-action plan against hate in Los Angeles County.

“We are fortunate to live in one of the most diverse counties in America, but the strength of our diversity also makes us vulnerable to hate-based threats and violence. The recent rise in hate incidents across our county is unacceptable,” District Attorney Gascón said. “We must ensure the safety of all people, regardless of their race, ethnicity, religious beliefs, gender identity or sexual orientation. To address the recent rise in hate crimes and incidents, my office will lead a series of community-based forums to create a thoughtful and inclusive plan of action to resist hate in Los Angeles County.”

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June 1, 2022: District Attorney Gascón Announces Exoneration of Man Wrongfully Convicted of Murder

Image of District Attorney Gascon with Alexander Torres and his mother

District Attorney George Gascón announced the exoneration and release from prison of Alexander Torres, who was wrongfully convicted of murder in 2001.

“While it is this office’s job to hold people accountable for the harm they cause, it is equally important that we critically re-examine past convictions,” District Attorney Gascón said. “We must be willing to own up to past errors, determine what went wrong and make sure we do not repeat those mistakes.”

He was joined at the announcement by Mr. Torres and members of his family, including his mother (pictured).

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