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News in English (USA) / 07.05.2026 / 21:00

Jury Rules in Favor of LAPD in Civil Trial over Fatal Shooting of 14-Year-Old Girl

A civil trial jury has reached a verdict in the case concerning the deadly shooting of 14-year-old Valentina Orellana-Peralta by an LAPD officer at a Burlington store. The jury found that the LAPD officer was not negligent and ruled in favor of the city, concluding that the LAPD is not liable for the incident, which occurred while the girl was trying on Christmas dresses. The family of the victim has reported suffering from PTSD as a result of the tragedy, highlighting the emotional impact of the shooting.
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