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Trial of the Sheriff’s Deputy Killer | Venice Beach News
A deadly ambush three years ago in Palmdale has sent a Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputy to his death—and now, the trial of Kevin Cataneo Salazar is heating up. Prosecutors allege Salazar shot Deputy Ryan Clinkunbroomer in the back at a red light, with charges including murder of a peace officer and lying in wait. Salazar pleads not guilty—but also not guilty by reason of insanity, setting up a two-phase trial: guilt first, then sanity. If found sane, he faces life in prison; if insane, he’ll be committed to a state hospital. The prosecution paints a chilling picture: Salazar allegedly…
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