Trans Man to Sue L.A. County for Traffic Stop Beating Caught on Video
Brock Emmett was initially charged with three felonies in the shocking encounter.
August 26, 2023
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Extensive cover-up effort revealed in L.A. County deputy's beating of trans man
After Deputy Joseph Benza III assaulted Emmett Brock during a traffic stop, Benza and colleagues discussed deleting text messages related to the matter. Benza has pleaded guilty to one charge in the case.
December 24, 2024
Eight California sheriff's deputies sacked for covering up a fellow officer's attack on trans man
Emmet Brock was followed, beaten, and arrested Deputy Sheriff Joseph Benza III.
January 6, 2025
All Charges Dropped Against Trans Man Beaten by Cop in Video
The former schoolteacher said he wants his old job back.
August 14, 2023
California Trans Man's Violent Arrest Questioned After Video Release
The video calls into question the police's official version of events.
July 24, 2023
L.A. deputy sheriff pleads guilty to viciously assaulting transgender man
Joseph Benza III, 36, admitted to an incident in February 2023 where he followed a transgender man in his car for nearly two miles before brutally attacking him.
December 20, 2024
Lawsuit alleges L.A. County Sheriff’s Department housed trans woman with men
The suit raises questions about how the county is adhering to the law when it comes to detaining transgender individuals.
September 19, 2025