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Dominic Choi

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Dominic H. Choi is an American law enforcement officer, serving as the interim Chief of the Los Angeles Police Department since March 1, 2024.[1] Unanimously appointed by the Los Angeles Board of Police Commissioners, Choi is the first Asian American to lead the Los Angeles Police Department.[2]

Early life and education

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Choi was born in Los Angeles to South Korean immigrant parents.[3] He joined the LAPD in 1995, following graduation from the University of Southern California.

Career

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In 2024, Choi was appointed to lead the LAPD after the surprise retirement of Chief Michel Moore.[4]

References

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  1. ^ Lloyd, Jonathan (March 1, 2024). "Dominic Choi sworn in as interim LAPD chief after Michel Moore's retirement". KNBC. Retrieved March 2, 2024.
  2. ^ Dazio, Stefanie (March 1, 2024). "The LAPD has an Asian American chief for the first time. He's the son of Korean immigrants". Associated Press. Retrieved March 2, 2024.
  3. ^ McPhee, Michele (March 1, 2024). "Lifelong Angeleno Dominic H. Choi Sworn In as LAPD Interim Chief". Los Angeles. Retrieved March 2, 2024.
  4. ^ Lloyd, Jonathan (March 1, 2024). "Chief Michel Moore retires after more than four decades with LAPD". KNBC. Retrieved March 2, 2024.