Meet the LA native who overcame homelessness to become a sergeant with the LAPD

ByLeticia Juarez

Friday, December 11, 2020

LAPD sergeant who overcame homelessness shares inspiring story

Letisia Ruiz ran away from home at age 12 and never returned. Years later, the LAPD sergeant hopes her story of overcoming challenges can inspire others to reach their goals.

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