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A grenade killed three L.A. deputies. The widow of one says Sheriff's Department failed him
- The widow claims Detective Victor Lemus had not been formally trained for explosives handling.
- The lawsuit alleges outdated equipment and live grenades were used at a training facility.
- Three deputies were killed in the July grenade blast at the Biscailuz Center Training Academy.
- Authorities are investigating whether department policy and training standards were followed.
- Investigations include federal ATF inquiries and multiple criminal probes.
- The department has begun reviewing training standards and equipment updates.
- The blast remains the department’s deadliest incident in over 150 years.
- The incident followed after grenades were found at a Santa Monica apartment complex.
- The widow’s claim is a precursor to a potential civil suit against the department.
- The department pledged to review policies in light of the tragedy.
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