Richard Morton, interview, 1992-06-25

Interview of Richard 'Rick' Morton, Lieutenant for the Los Angeles Police Department's Newton Division, about his recollection of the civil disturbance, morale within the Newton Division, and the adequacy of the Los Angeles Police Department's response to the violence and unrest, 1992 June 25. PART OF SERIES: After the violence had subsided, the Webster Commission met of a variety of public officials, law enforcement personnel, activists, and community leaders to discuss the rioting, its root causes, and the adequacy of the LAPD's response. The series includes summaries of these meetings, including questions and comments along of the interviewers' own mental impressions, conclusions, and opinions. Materials are arranged in alphabetical order, according to the last name of the interviewee.