The coalition is one of many Los Angeles police officers’ associations to endorse the former federal prosecutor. (photo courtesy of Nathan Hochman)

The Beverly Hills Police Officers Association endorsed Nathan Hochman, a former federal prosecutor, in the Nov. 5 election for Los Angeles County District Attorney.

Hochman maintains a strong lead in the race to oust George Gascon as L.A. County’s top law enforcement officer and has won the overwhelming support of first responders, who argue that Gascon’s failed policies jeopardize the safety and well-being of all residents.

In its endorsement, the Beverly Hills Police Officers Association cited Hochman’s extensive courtroom experience prosecuting violent criminals and his ability to build bipartisan support for his independent campaign to restore public safety by fairly enforcing the law in Los Angeles County.

Voters overwhelmingly support Hochman for District Attorney, a poll commissioned by the Los Angeles Times confirms. The poll verifies Hochman’s massive lead in the race, finding that he has a 25% lead over Gascon among decided voters.

In addition to the Beverly Hills Police Officers Association, the POAs representing these cities have endorsed Hochman: Azusa, Baldwin Park, Burbank Claremont, Covina, El Monte, Glendale, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Newport Beach, Pasadena, Pomona, San Francisco, Santa Monica, South Gate, West Covina and Whittier. Hochman also is supported by the Association for Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs, the Los Angeles Police Protective League, the Los Angeles County Police Chiefs Association and the Association of Deputy District Attorneys.