LAPD Training

Re “FBI to Probe Homeless Woman’s Slaying,” May 25: The entire LAPD should be ashamed of itself for pursuing a homeless person for her shopping cart. If Officers Edward Larrigan and Kathy Clark were to become homeless, would they pay for their shopping carts? Have we lost all compassion for such unfortunate souls? I know that if I were homeless and were threatened with the loss of my shopping cart, I would defend it with my life--mentally ill or not.

Once again, the LAPD sets the standard for dealing with the homeless mentally ill. How many have to die before mental health professionals step in and provide comprehensive, hands-on training for all of its officers?

CHRIS MURPHY

Palos Verdes Estates