Ben Camacho is a freelance documentary photographer and investigative journalist at Knock LA. His work focuses on state-sponsored violence and the communities impacted by it. In 2018 and '19, he documented the asylum seekers at the US/MX border as an independent journalist. He curated "No Country May Claim Us", a photography exhibit at Golden Gate University School of Law which shared stories about seeking asylum as a person of color. He chairs the legal committee at IWW's Freelance Journalists Union, where he organizes to provide legal support to journalists across the country. He co-founded West Side Storytellers, a documentary production team. He enjoys street photography, shows and breathing clean air. May or may not possess a flash drive with 9,310 photos on it.
Callous Prank at Santa Ana Police Department Reveals Culture of Harassment
A fake BOLO bulletin made light of the tragic killing of Brandon Lopez. The department has called it mere “musings” and refuses to disclose who is responsible.
Police Oversight Established in Santa Ana
The Santa Ana City Council voted to establish a resident-led commission to review police misconduct.
Knock LA Sues LAPD for Bodycam Footage
The Los Angeles Police Department has denied at least 13 similar requests this year.
Santa Ana PD Chief Confirms MET Allegations, Says Reporting Baseless
In a video message, Chief David Valentin confirmed allegations of gang-like activity within the department.
