Author and former LAPD officer Joseph Wambaugh, known for his police novels, died at 88.

Author Joseph Wambaugh, who combined his 11-year experience as a Los Angeles police officer with his writing career, has died at 88. Known for his gritty, realistic portrayals of police life in novels like "The Onion Field" and "The New Centurions," Wambaugh's work greatly influenced crime fiction. His stories often delved into the personal struggles and stresses faced by police officers. Wambaugh authored 18 books and passed away from esophageal cancer.

February 28, 2025
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