Los Angeles—Multiple suspects were arrested today in connection with the murder of Los Angeles Police Officer Juan Diaz. The Los Angeles Police Protective League issued this statement in response:

"We are grateful that the cowards and thugs accused of the cold-blooded murder of Officer Juan Diaz are in custody. We appreciate the relentless effort our detectives and officers put in to finding these killers. We urge District Attorney Jackie Lacey to prosecute these cop killers to the fullest extent of the law, including seeking the death penalty. We continue to pray for and support Officer Diaz’s family during this time of grief."