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custody

[kuhs-tuh-dee] / ˈkʌs tə di /




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“I’m happy he’s in custody and doesn’t pose a threat to the people of Venice Beach anymore,” Capt. Brian Churchill, of the LAPD’s Pacific Division told The Times.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

These pieces remain in state custody while provenance research continues, sometimes decades after their recovery.

From Salon • May 9, 2026

Later that day, Betty turned herself into police and was taken into custody.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

Millar was remanded in custody until his sentencing.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

And now he wanted custody of her and her friends?

From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older




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