Boing Boing on MSNOpinion

Federal judge bans one "less-lethal" launcher, LAPD finds another

No one loves the excessive use of force quite like Los Angeles' finest. In addition to recently having been asked by the City ...
L.A. Taco

LAPD Replaces ‘Less-Lethal’ Gun ‘Known To Maim People’ With Another ‘Less-Lethal’ Gun Capable Of Doing The Exact Same Thing

Since we don't have access to the [40mm launcher], the FN303 is an alternative option,” LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell said. “[And] ...
FOX 11 Los Angeles on MSN

Woman sues LAPD after being shot in the face with paint projectile launcher during anti-ICE protest

Jasmin Lomas, 25, said she was shot in the face with an FN-330 less than lethal paint projectile launcher while trying to leave an anti-ICE protest in downtown LA.

Man shot in the head with ‘less-than-lethal’ round at California ICE protest was victim of excessive force, lawsuit claims

The lawsuit appears to be the first in Orange County against local law enforcement for immigration-related protests ...
Yahoo

Factbox-What are the 'less lethal' weapons used by law enforcement in Los Angeles protests?

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Law enforcement officials in Los Angeles began deploying "less lethal" munitions on Sunday as they clashed with crowds protesting federal immigration raids. "Less lethal" or ...
Los Angeles Times

L.A. City Council votes against proposal to ban police use of ‘less-lethal’ launchers

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. A proposed ordinance that would have restricted the LAPD from using weapons that launch hard foam projectiles was ...