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Family and advocates press Anaheim to release unedited bodycam footage after fatal police shooting
Summary
Family members of 19‑year‑old Albert Arzola and community advocates demanded the release of full, unedited body‑worn camera video and audio from all officers involved, called for an independent investigation and urged the council to remove officers from paid duty.
Family members and community advocates repeatedly pressed the Anaheim City Council during public comment on Jan. 11 to release full, unedited police body‑worn camera video and audio related to the Dec. 6 death of 19‑year‑old Albert Arzola.
Karina Muñoz, speaking on behalf of Orange County Standing with the Family (CSOOC), said the family was “disappointed but not surprised” by another in‑custody death and demanded transparency: “We demand that you release the footage and audio of all officers involved on that tragic night,” she said.
David Pulido, who identified himself as a member of a community service organization and a relative, described officers chasing Arzola from an unmarked vehicle and alleged his nephew was shot in the back in front of family. “The officers responsible for his death should not be on paid leave,” Pulido said.
Other family members and speakers urged an independent investigation, release of the autopsy report and naming of the officers involved. Several speakers said the public information officer had released edited footage and that the partial release raised more questions than it answered. A family member, Christine, said the partially released footage appeared edited and asked why one officer’s camera was not released.
City officials did not announce any immediate additional release of footage during the meeting. The council heard multiple public comments on this topic and acknowledged community concern; staff indicated they will follow established processes for releases and legal review as the investigation continues.
What the family asked for: public release of all body‑worn camera video and audio from all officers involved; names of the officers; the autopsy; an independent investigator or independent oversight; and that officers not be returned to paid duty while the public waits for answers.
Next steps: Council did not take formal action on these requests during the meeting. Speakers asked the city to accelerate transparency and consider independent review.
