LASD: Charges presented for investigation into photos of body bags
LASD: Charges presented for investigation into photos of body bags
Source: The Signal
Date: 03/26/2026 1:25pm
Article Summary:
LASD Commander Faces Misdemeanor Charge for Allegedly Photographing Deputies’ Body Bags After Deadly Explosion
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department has submitted misdemeanor charges to the District Attorney’s Office following a months-long investigation into allegations that Cmdr. Thomas Giandomenico photographed body bags at the scene of a deadly Monterey Park explosion that killed three deputies. Giandomenico, who denies any confirmed evidence of taking photos, remains on administrative leave as the case is reviewed. The alleged conduct falls under a 2024 state law prohibiting first responders from capturing unauthorized images of deceased individuals at crime scenes.
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