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Veteran law enforcement officers share behind-the-scenes accounts of some of the most famous crime stories in history. Their unscripted firsthand insights reveal untold details, investigative challenges, and personal experiences rarely seen by the public, offering a gripping and authentic perspective on landmark cases that shaped criminal justice and captured national attention.
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SEE THE FULL INTERVIEW HERE- https://youtu.be/XUrJf3el94c
Thirty-year law enforcement veteran Dan Leicht returns to the studio for a raw, unfiltered deep dive into what it really feels like to wear the badge.
From the grind of daily patrol as a Deputy Sheriff to earning his place as a detective in the unforgiving streets of Los Angeles, Dan pulls back the curtain on the cases that don’t make the headlines — the volatile calls, split-second decisions, and moments that stay with you forever.
He takes us inside the elite Operation Safe Streets (O.S.S.) and the shadowy world of the Technical Operations Unit — where high-risk targets, covert tactics, and relentless pressure were just another day at work.
This isn’t Hollywood. It’s the reality of chasing the worst offenders in one of America’s toughest cities — and the toll it takes on the people sworn to protect it.
Buckle up. This one will keep you on the edge of your seat.
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SEE THE FULL INTERVIEW HERE- https://youtu.be/0SXDwM1phAE This week, we sit down with **Detective Moses Castillo (Ret.)**, a 30-year veteran of the Los Angeles Police Department and trusted on-air contributor to Fox News, CNN, and ABC News.
He takes us inside his investigation of the horrific 2016 Echo Park murder of 11-year-old Yonathan Aguilar and the devastating killing of 3-year-old Ruby Vasquez. These cases shook a city to its core — and the emotional toll still lingers.
From the darkest corners of Los Angeles to national headlines, Castillo shares firsthand accounts from decades spent investigating the most heartbreaking crimes imaginable — **sex crimes against children, missing persons, and human trafficking**.
This episode will break your heart… but it will also open your eyes to the very real evil that exists — and the relentless fight to stop it.
🔎 Raw.
⚖️ Unflinching.
🛑 Unforgettable.
Listen now — and hear the truth from the detective who lived it.
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Thirty-two years on the streets of Los Angeles—retired L.A.P.D Lieutenant Leonard Perez brings you his firsthand involvement in some of L.A.’s most notorious cases, including the 2013 manhunt for former Officer Christopher Dorner, whose shooting spree left four dead and three wounded, and the shocking 1986 murder of Sherri Rasmussen at the hands of L.A.P.D Detective Stephanie Lazarus.
This isn’t recycled headlines—it’s the raw, behind-the-scenes reality of high-stakes investigations, internal fallout, and the human toll of policing in America’s second-largest city. Join The Proper Scoundrel Podcast for gripping true crime, insider perspective, and powerful stories from the front lines of law enforcement. @aproperscoundrel
Retired Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Lieutenant David Infante returns to the mic to pull back the curtain on 35 years inside the largest sheriff’s department in the world. From overseeing weapons training to force training, Infante breaks down what it really takes to survive—and lead—in one of the most volatile law-enforcement environments on the planet.
This episode dives into hard-earned lessons on mentorship, leadership, and decision-making under pressure, told by someone who lived it every day. No Hollywood myths—just real stories, real stakes, and the mindset required to make it home at the end of the shift. WATCH at youtube@aproperscoundrel
Former LAPD Sergeant Sarah Patterson joins The Proper Scoundrel to reveal how bias and selective prosecution inside the LAPD ended her career—and ignited her fight to expose the corruption inside the internal affairs process at one of the most powerful police agencies in the world. @aproperscoundrel https://youtu.be/mlZrihjtFFM
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Homicide Detective Steve Blagg (Ret.) shares rare behind-the-scenes insights into two of California’s most horrific acts of violence: the 2020 ambush shooting of Deputies Perez and Apolinar, and the 2023 Monterey Park dance hall massacre, where 11 people were ruthlessly murdered. With over 38 years in law enforcement—including 17 years assigned to the Homicide Bureau—Detective Blagg’s experience, perspective, and investigative expertise are truly unparalleled. @aproperscoundrel https://youtu.be/mlZrihjtFFM
Attorney Nicole Castronovo joins us for an unfiltered conversation about defending law enforcement, pursuing truth, and standing firm in the face of public scrutiny. Nicole was the defense attorney behind the recent acquittal of Los Angeles Sheriff’s Deputy Luke Liu, who faced voluntary manslaughter charges stemming from a 2016 deputy-involved shooting. This episode goes beyond headlines to explore the realities of justice, pressure, and principle. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE SHARE AND LIKE T SUPPORT THE CHANNEL
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From the streets of Los Angeles to life beyond the badge, retired LAPD and Santa Monica Police Officer Alex Payne takes us inside the world few ever see. He opens up about the realities of working for two of L.A. County’s most sought-after police departments, the pressure, the danger, and the moments that stay with you forever. Now retired, Alex reveals how he traded the uniform for entrepreneurship, building a wildly successful new chapter with Cube World USA and World Transporter. @aproperscoundrel https://youtu.be/58Ztr8arhRw
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Retired Long Beach Police Department Homicide Detective Hugo Cortes, a legendary investigator known for working some of the city’s most dangerous and complex cases.
Detective Cortes shares firsthand stories from his career investigating Mexican Mafia–related murders, high-level gang assassinations, and the intense manhunt that led to the capture of the killer responsible for the 2008 Long Beach homeless encampment murders, where five people were shot and killed.
This deep-dive true crime podcast interview pulls back the curtain on real homicide investigations, street-level intelligence, and what it takes to solve mass murder cases in Long Beach, California.
🎧 If you’re into true crime, unsolved murders, gang investigations, police interviews, or real homicide detective stories, this is an episode you do not want to miss. @aproperscoundrel https://youtu.be/bmw09pWgQhg
Captain Ryan Rodriguez and Lieutenant Jaime Martinez of the Pomona Police Department—join the Proper Scoundrel Podcast. Still working the field, Rodriguez and Martinez break down what it takes to police the city of Pomona in today’s volatile climate, and share the details behind hosting the hit Whisky and Warstories podcast. @aproperscoundrel @whiskeyandwarstories
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In this episode, we’re honored to welcome Hector Bravo, A former Lieutenant with the California Department of Corrections, the voice behind the hit podcasts “That Prison Guard” and “Hector Bravo Unhinged" and a battle-tested Iraqi War veteran, Hector has made it his mission to tear the lid off corruption inside the California penal system. He exposes the hidden machinery, the retaliations, and the truths most people are too scared—or too compromised—to talk about. Strap in, because we’re diving headfirst into the stories, the scandals, and the raw realities others won’t dare touch. This is the conversation they don’t want you to hear. @aproperscoundrel @thatprisonguard @HectorBravoUnhinged
In this episode of the Proper Scoundrel Podcast, we’re honored to sit down with Sergeant Major Stewart Payne, USMC (Ret.)—a veteran of Desert Storm, Desert Shield, and Iraqi Freedom, and a distinguished Drill Instructor. He shares powerful stories from his Marine Corps career, his years training recruits for combat, and his ongoing mission to reform highway safety after the tragic loss of his youngest daughter due to a damaged and improperly repaired guardrail system. As the founder of the YouTube channel Exit261, SgtMaj Payne is transforming grief into a nationwide call to action, and we’re proud to help amplify his voice. @aproperscoundrel @Exit261
Pomona Police Department, Lieutenant Jaime Martinez, a Marine with 3 tours in Iraq and over twenty years in law enforcement still active in the field today, joins the Proper Scoundrel Podcast to discuss several important topics including, hosting the popular Whisky and Warstories Podcast. His first hand insight into training and mental health issues is unparalleled today. @aproperscoundrel @whiskeyandwarstories https://youtu.be/Wt0wVwwvcPc
Los Angeles Police Department, Detective Humberto "Beto" Tovar returns to the Proper Scoundrel Podcast to shares his firsthand account of working as a Detective Supervisor at several of the Departments most active stations, including 77th division and Rampart. @aproperscoundrel, https://youtu.be/r0WF9r327iY
"IA Guy Podcast", Host Marlon Marrache, Los Angeles Police Department Sergeant (Ret) joins the Proper Scoundrel to talk about the inner workings of the Internal Affairs Unit and his tenure as a Sergeant assigned to some of the most sensitive cases involving his fellow Officers.
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Los Angeles County Sheriff's Lieutenant David Infante (Ret), talks about the core values necessary to be a successful front line Deputy and Supervisor in law enforcement today. Over 30 years of experience with assignments that include the Elite Gang Unit O.S.S and Station Watch Commander. @aproperscoundrel
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Sergeant John Steele and Detective Dan Leicht, share details regarding the 2001 attempted Murder on Norwalk Station Deputy Angel Dominguez. Their firsthand insights reveal untold details about the everyday situations Deputies face from K9 dog operations to "Baby Not Breathing" calls. @aproperscoundrel
Los Angeles County Sheriff Detective Dan Leicht, shares details regarding the Murder of Deputy Stephen Wayne Blair, Gang Enforcement Team (G.E.T.) member, killed by a gang member May 12, 1995. His firsthand insights reveal untold details to one of the darkest days in Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department history. @aproperscoundrel
Los Angeles County Sheriff Homicide Detective Ron Duval joins the show and shares stories from, the Legendary Firestone Station OSS team to the coveted Homicide Bureau. His firsthand insights reveal untold details, investigative challenges, and personal experiences rarely seen by the public.
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Deputies share their firsthand accounts of working for the largest Sheriff's Department in the world. This isn’t just another true crime story — it’s real stories about what it took to survive a combined total of 65yrs in law enforcement.
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