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An epiphany, and an evolving philosophy of policing

Nov. 15, 2009
Chief-designate Charlie Beck has been with the LAPD more than 30 years -- and learned from what he calls the department's 'dark days.' He hopes his ideas will infiltrate the very fiber of his officers In 1974, Charlie Beck -- the man poised to become the next chief of the Los Angeles Police...
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Charlie Beck named LAPD chief

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 3 (UPI) -- Deputy Los Angeles Police Chief Charlie Beck was named Tuesday to succeed William Bratton, who retired after seven years as LAPD chief.
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Russian Maria Sharapova signs autographs after winning her French Open womens first round match against Romanian Alexandra Cadantu at Roland Garros in Paris on May 29, 2012. Sharapova defeated Cadantu 6-0, 6-0 to advance to the next round. UPI/David Silpa