LAPD Officer, City Settle Baggett Misconduct Case
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Case Background
On October 20, 2019, Los Angeles police officers entered the home of Elizabeth Baggett during an investigation. They discovered her deceased inside. Plaintiff Janet Baggett was Elizabeth’s mother. Plaintiff Preston Sertich was her son, represented by his guardian ad litem, Michael Sertich Jr. Michael Sertich Jr. also joined as a plaintiff. Together, with Elizabeth’s estate, they filed suit. At the time, Defendant David Rojas served as a police officer for the City of Los Angeles.
Cause
According to the complaint, Officer Rojas and other unknown officers engaged in misconduct after discovering Elizabeth Baggett’s body. They allegedly molested her remains, including fondling intimate parts. They also recorded video footage using a body camera and later transmitted it to others. Plaintiffs claimed the acts violated California Health and Safety Code §7052, which prohibits sexual contact with human remains. They also alleged the City bore responsibility through vicarious liability for its employees’ actions and failures in oversight.
Injury
The incident devastated Elizabeth Baggett’s surviving family. Plaintiffs reported severe emotional distress, grief, and humiliation. They alleged ongoing anxi
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