1,200 police recruitment applications received by LAPD in January, surpassing nationwide trends and coinciding with a 13% increase in starting salaries.

Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) received over 1,200 recruitment applications in January, marking a two-year high and surpassing nationwide trends amid a police shortage. Mayor Karen Bass stated that this indicates a positive shift in focus towards recruiting and retaining officers. The increase in applications follows the city council's approval of a multi-year contract with the LAPD union, which includes a 13% increase in starting police salaries.

March 07, 2024
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