Eric Sanchez exposes Pasadena's public record issues and potential police misconduct

The Pasadena City Council meeting on March 18, 2025, featured significant public concerns regarding transparency and accountability within the city's law enforcement and records management systems.

Eric Sanchez, a resident, raised serious allegations about the Pasadena Police Department's handling of public records and criminal cases. He expressed frustration over his difficulties in obtaining complete public records, claiming that the city has not complied with an attorney general ruling to disclose all relevant documents. Sanchez highlighted a personal incident where he found his 2017 booking photo displayed at the front desk of the police department, which he argued obstructed his access to information.

Sanchez also detailed troubling allegations regarding a criminal case involving Edwin Kent, who he claimed had assaulted a minor. He accused the city of delaying charges against Kent to use his testimony in a sting operation, suggesting that this approach compromised justice. He further alleged that evidence had been tampered with and criticized the police for denying the existence of certain criminal case numbers.

In addition to these claims, Sanchez pointed out issues with the redaction of police reports and the lack of transparency surrounding a specific incident at 3809 Meadow Lake Road, which he believes is linked to the broader issues of misconduct and perjury within the police department.

The meeting also included a brief mention of the upcoming elections, signaling a time of potential change and community engagement. The discussions raised by Sanchez underscore ongoing concerns about the integrity of public records and the accountability of law enforcement in Pasadena, prompting calls for further investigation into these serious allegations.