Lego stops California police from using toy heads to shield suspects
California Police Cease Using Lego Heads to Shield Suspects’ Identities
The Murrieta Police Department in California has declared that it will discontinue the practice of using Lego heads to obscure the identities of suspects in photos, following a complaint from the Lego Group.
Compliance with State Law
The Murrieta Police Department had been altering photos as per Assembly Bill 994 and Penal Code 13665, which prohibit the sharing of suspect photos for nonviolent offenses. Lt. Jeremy Durrant revealed that the Lego Group had raised concerns over this unique editing approach.
In a social media post, the department emphasized its commitment to transparency with the community while respecting the rights of all individuals, including suspects. The decision to cover suspects’ faces with Lego heads was a creative attempt to align with the new law.
Public Reaction and Speculation
While the department aimed to protect suspects’ identities, social media users largely ridiculed the Lego-headed photos. Some speculated that the department’s editing style was a satirical response to the stringent legislation.
This is what California is up to these days. Respeck to the police department for mocking the law with the Lego heads, tho.
Embracing Emoji Cover-ups
Looking ahead, Lt. Durrant hinted at a potential shift to using emojis to conceal suspects’ faces instead of Lego heads. The Washington Examiner reached out to the Lego Group for further insights on the matter.
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