Najee Ali with the Los Angeles National Action Network.

Local perspective:

The deadly shooting comes as pressure mounts to reform LAPD oversight. Part of the demands from local groups include expanding the city's ability to discipline officers involved in incidents like the one in Canoga Park.

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The other side:

In a press release, the LAPD said the shooting occurred after the dog  charged  at an officer, adding that they had previously asked the owner to secure the pet.