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GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 136: ALEX VILLANUEVA ON L.A. GANG WARS, RISING CRIME IN LOS ANGELES & 2025 SHERIFF ELECTION

September 19, 2025 • Tom Smith/Dan Murphy • Season 3 • Episode 136

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🔥 INSIDE THE GANG WARS AND CRIME OF LOS ANGELES 🔥

Step into the gritty streets of L.A. with former Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva as he pulls back the curtain on the violent world of gangs, the ruthless crime wave, and the real-life dangers that come with wearing the badge in one of America’s most notorious cities.

In this explosive episode of GOLD SHIELDS, you'll hear:

📍 First-hand accounts of surviving the deadly gang wars in L.A.

📍 The shocking truth about crime in Los Angeles and its deep impact on residents.

📍 Sheriff Villanueva’s bold take on public safety, law enforcement, and criminal justice reform.

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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Law Enforcement Leadership
03:07 Alex Villanueva's Journey in Law Enforcement
05:45 Gang Violence in Los Angeles
09:02 High-Profile Cases and Media Attention
12:02 Handling Riots and Public Safety
14:58 Challenges of Leadership in Law Enforcement
18:00 Debunking Myths of Gang Culture in the Sheriff's Office
20:54 Political Challenges and Public Safety
23:47 Current State of Crime and Quality of Life in LA
27:01 Reflections on Leadership and Future Plans
29:59 Conclusion and Call to Action

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