Larry Jones vs. County Of Los Angeles, et al

Case Background

On February 21, 2024, Plaintiff Larry Jones filed an Assault and Excessive force lawsuit in the United States District Court, California Central (Case number: 2:24cv1388). This case was assigned to Judge Stephen V. Wilson and referred to Magistrate Judge Autumn D. Spaeth.

Cause

Deputy Ira Ynigo, a corrections officer with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, used excessive force when he violently slammed a metal steel door on inmate Larry Jones' finger at the Men's Central Jail on September 19, 2023. Jones, who had documented physical limitations and ADA accommodations, relied on the door frame for stability as prescribed by his doctor. The jail guard demonstrated deliberate indifference when he proceeded to lock the door despite Jones' obvious distress, causing severe injury. FBI-installed tier cameras captured the entire incident, revealing the extent of the correctional officer's misconduct and excessive force. Deputy Cruz participated in filing a falsified assault and battery report. This further demonstrated a pattern of excessive force at the facility. It also highlighted ongoing violations of prisoner rights that had plagued the facility. Injuries The excessive force used by Deputy Ynigo resulted in catastrophic consequences for Jones. The violent door slamm