custody
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A large group of people had gathered as part of the custody swap, according to Covina police, who said that an early investigation showed the exchange devolved into an argument between two males.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026
At least four people were taken into custody Wednesday night.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
Seven months after the payout was announced, the D.A.’s office opened a probe, spurred by claims that some plaintiffs made up stories of abuse and were never in county custody.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
Repeated attempts by his lawyers to secure his release failed until a district court said on Monday he should be freed from custody.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
He says he already has a lawyer trying to work out the next step in getting custody of Shoji.
From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman
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