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LAPD Chief Defends Celeste Rivas Case Handling
20 Apr
Summary
- LAPD Chief McDonnell addressed seven months of criticism regarding the Rivas case.
- He emphasized his duty is to deliver justice, not fuel speculation.
- Remains' condition and delayed discovery complicated the investigation.
LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell directly addressed the public and media regarding the seven months of criticism surrounding the handling of the Celeste Rivas case. He firmly stated that his duty is to ensure justice, not to foster speculation, emphasizing the need for patience and discipline from all parties involved.
The investigation's singular focus, according to Chief McDonnell, was to achieve justice for Celeste Rivas and her family. He explained that the condition of Rivas's remains presented significant challenges in determining the cause of death. Furthermore, a substantial delay occurred between her passing and the discovery of her remains, which unfortunately resulted in the degradation or loss of crucial evidence.
