Guilty by Association: How the RAMPART SCANDAL Punished the Innocent!

The Rampart scandal is widely regarded as one of the most damaging episodes in LAPD history. But behind the headlines were over 50 officers who faced intense scrutiny — not for wrongdoing, but for proximity. In this episode of Truth Behind the Badge, host Marlon sits down with Craig Marquez, a Rampart officer who endured a 44-day suspension, a landmark use-of-force incident that changed department policy, and a three-year disciplinary process — before earning a promotion to detective. A candid conversation about accountability, resilience, and the true cost of wearing the badge. Craig's Info: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-marquez-7407a9296/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rampartrage55 Marlon's Info: Website: https://marracheconsulting.com/home Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iaguypodcast/?hl=en Linked IN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marlon-marrache/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMarlonReport Time Stamp: 1:07 Intro 1:51 The Rampart Scandal Explained 8:22 The Tax Man 20:43 The Beanbag Incident 36:16 The Process Was the Punishment 49:48 The Promotion Board 1:00:59 Closing