Posted On: February 20, 2009 by George P. Conway

LAPD Launches Internal Investigation into Photograph Leak

The Los Angeles Police Department has announced that it has launched an internal investigation into the apparent unauthorized release of photographs depicting injuries sustained by Rihanna during an alleged domestic dispute with Chris Brown back on February 8, 2009. The photograph is believed to have been taken during the official domestic violence investigation. The internal investigation into the leaking of the photograph was launched in response to the department receiving multiple inquires about the release of the photograph. Anyone with information about the unauthorized release of the photograph is asked to contact the “LAPD”. The “LAPD” considers this type of conduct to be a serious act of misconduct subjecting anyone involved with possible termination. I think that a review of the photographic evidence or photographic evidence log should eliminate any doubt whether the photograph was taken during the official domestic violence investigation. If the photograph was taken during the official domestic violence investigation, I think that a review of the chain of custody log relating to this potential key piece of evidence should limit the suspects down to only a few members of the “LAPD” and the person or persons responsible for the leak would be easily identified. A copy of the photograph can be easily found on You Tube. I have choosen not to add a link to the photograph out respect for the alleged victim. Chris Brown is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.