Denny Jong, an LAPD sergeant overseeing the recruitment division’s Personal History Section, is accused of leading and participating in a series of discriminatory and offensive conversations. According to the complaint, he not only engaged in racist, sexist, and homophobic banter but also fostered a hostile work environment where such remarks were commonplace.
Jong is alleged to have made crude jokes—such as commenting on Dodgers legend Fernando Valenzuela’s death by blaming excessive taco consumption—and bragged about an “Asian Invasion,” among other derogatory remarks. His actions and leadership are seen as pivotal in creating a culture that influenced how potential recruits were evaluated and treated, and he is now at the center of an investigation into these alleged biases and misconduct.
LA Times article detailing Denny Jong’s racist remarks
