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Breach exposes sensitive LAPD files stored in city attorney system

Therecord.Media • April 8, 2026

The LA Times reported that social media posts allegedly featuring information the stolen material — some of which have since been taken down — revealed there were 7.7 terabytes of data available for download.

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Massive Data Breach Exposes Sensitive LAPD Records Hackers have reportedly stolen and leaked sensitive internal documents from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), including officer personnel files and internal affairs investigations. The breach, attributed to the extortion group World Leaks, involved a digital storage system belonging to the LA City Attorney’s Office, not LAPD's own systems. The leaked data comprises approximately 7.7 terabytes and over 337,000 files, including unredacted criminal complaints and personal information like witness names and medical data. Some of the leaked materials have surfaced on social media platforms, with the account @WhosTheCop sharing files related to police accountability. The LAPD is currently investigating the breach and working with the LA City Attorney’s Office to assess the full impact. There has been no confirmation regarding any ransom demands or payments. The incident marks a significant breach of police data, as most records are typically private under California law. 6 sources 68

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