Former LAPD Officer Christopher Dorner's murderous rampage was put to an end in a shootout in the Big Bear area. Dorner is now dead but so is a San Bernardino County Deputy who was killed in that shootout. And so are 3 other people who did not know Dorner or know anything about his past problems with the LAPD.
Nothing can excuse the murders of innocent people. But during and after the Dorner manhunt, dozens of current and former Police Officers called or emailed Fox 11 Legal Analyst Robin Sax to tell her that the allegations Dorner posted in his online "manifesto" about the LAPD rang true. Allegations of racism, and a code of silence that protects bad cops.
Tonight, we investigate those issues in this Special Edition of True Crime Stories.
TRUE CRIMES PART ONE: The Allegations
Robin Sax and Phil Shuman look into Dorner's allegations that he was treated unfairly by the LAPD. We'll hear from current and former officers who make similar claims. And we'll talk about what the LAPD is doing to investigate the Board of Rights hearing that ended with Dorner being fired.
TRUE CRIMES PART TWO: The Hearing
We'll hear part of the videotaped testimony from the witness who was central to the Board of Rights hearing that ended with Dorner's dismissal from the LAPD. Robin Sax and Phil Shuman discuss what happens at these hearings. They also talk with attorney Brad Gage, who has successfully represented former officers in legal disputes with the LAPD.
TRUE CRIMES PART THREE: The Mind of a Killer
In Dorner's now infamous online rant, he asked that his brain be preserved for study because of his severe depression. Phil Shuman and Fox 11 Legal Analyst Robin Sax talk with Psychiatrist Dr. Mark Goulston about recognizing signs of depression and PTSD, and what can be done to help people struggling with mental illness.
TRUE CRIMES PART FOUR: Ramifications on the LAPD
Two of Dorner's victims, Jeremiah Mackay and Michael Crain were law enforcement officers. Both were shot dead by Ex-LAPD officer Christopher Dorner. Phil Shuman and Fox 11 Legal Analyst Robin Sax discuss the ramifications the Dorner case is having on the LAPD.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 9:52 PM EDT2013-05-08 01:52:05 GMT
Three parties will split a $1 million reward that was offeredduring the hunt for ex-LAPD Officer Christopher Dorner, the Los Angeles Police Department has announced.
Three parties will split a $1 million reward that was offered during the hunt for ex-LAPD Officer Christopher Dorner, with the bulk of the money going to a couple who were tied up in their Big Bear cabin by the fugitive.
Tuesday, April 23 2013 7:23 PM EDT2013-04-23 23:23:25 GMT
Two women who were injured when LAPD officers opened fire on their pickup truck during the Christopher Dorner manhunt have reached a $4.2 million settlement with the city, officials said.
Two women who were injured when LAPD officers opened fire on their pickup truck during the Christopher Dorner manhunt have reached a $4.2 million settlement with the city, officials said.
They promised us April, but it may be May. That's the word on the status of the re-examination of the Christoper Dorner firing. FOX 11 talked to an ex-LAPD officer who's paying close attention to the case.
They promised us April, but it may be May. That's the word on the status of the re-examination of the Christoper Dorner firing. FOX 11 talked to a former LAPD officer who's paying close attention to the case.
Wednesday, April 10 2013 2:18 PM EDT2013-04-10 18:18:16 GMT
LISTEN HERE: San Bernardino County authorities released recordings of the 911 call that led to the fiery end to the manhunt for murder suspect Christopher Dorner in February.
LISTEN HERE: San Bernardino County authorities released recordings of the 911 call that led to the fiery end to the manhunt for murder suspect Christopher Dorner in February.
Wednesday, February 27 2013 5:52 PM EST2013-02-27 22:52:11 GMT
Deputy Police Chief Mark Perez explains the LAPD's Board of Rights hearing process and disciplinary procedures for officers, in response to questions raised in the aftermath of the manhunt for Christopher Dorner.
Deputy Police Chief Mark Perez explains the LAPD's Board of Rights hearing process and disciplinary procedures for officers, in response to questions raised in the aftermath of the manhunt for fired Officer Christopher Dorner.
Saturday, February 23 2013 1:59 AM EST2013-02-23 06:59:27 GMT
Nothing can excuse the murders of innocent people. But dozens of current and former Police Officers say that the allegations Dorner posted in his online "manifesto" about the LAPD rang true.
Nothing can excuse the murders of innocent people. But dozens of current and former Police Officers say that the allegations Dorner posted in his online "manifesto" about the LAPD rang true. Allegations of racism, and a code of silence that protects bad cops.
Monday, February 18 2013 3:12 PM EST2013-02-18 20:12:00 GMT
Here are the key events involving Christopher Dorner.
Here are the key events involving Christopher Dorner, the fired Los Angeles police officer suspected of killing at least four people including a police officer in Southern California and a deputy in San Bernardino County, and posting a manifesto on Facebook.
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