Los Angeles County has reached a tentative agreement to settle over 6,800 claims of childhood sexual abuse, totaling $4 billion, with incidents reportedly dating back to 1959 in juvenile facilities and foster care. Chief Executive Officer Fesia Davenport expressed an apology to survivors, emphasizing commitment to systemic changes for safety. Most claims involve incidents from the 1980s to the early 2000s, primarily occurring at Probation Department facilities. The settlement, subject to approval by county boards, will significantly impact the county's budget.
"On behalf of the County, I apologize wholeheartedly to everyone who was harmed by these reprehensible acts. The historic scope of this settlement..."
"This marks the costliest financial settlement in the county's history and will have a significant impact on the County's budget for years to come."
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