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Sep 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Long Beach suit alleges hidden officer assault conviction
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Attorney Scott Sanders filed motions in Los Angeles Superior Court alleging Long Beach police concealed former officer Erik Suarez’s assault conviction for years. The claims relate to Lonnie Jacobs, 47, who faces felony charges after a March 2025 jail arrest tied to Suarez’s statements, according to court filings.
WHO: Scott Sanders (defense attorney); Lonnie Jacobs, 47; former Long Beach Police Officer Erik Suarez; Long Beach Police Department; Los Angeles Superior Court
WHAT: Motions allege Long Beach police failed to disclose an officer’s assault conviction and seek disclosure of police records and dismissal of charges against a defendant whose arrest was allegedly based on misrepresentations.
WHEN: Reported Sep 9, 2026 at 5:49 PM ET
WHERE: Long Beach, California
WHY: Sanders alleges police never disclosed Suarez’s assault conviction as required, potentially undermining the basis for Jacobs’ arrest and related charges.
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