

1161: Tegan Broadwater | How a White Cop Infiltrated the Crips Part Two
11 snips May 29, 2025
Tegan Broadwater, a former undercover cop with 18 months spent infiltrating the Crips, shares gripping tales of high-stakes deception. He reveals the shocking truth about corrupt police officers warning gang members of raids. Budget constraints led to perilous solo operations, yet his work helped build a monumental case resulting in significant arrests. Tegan argues that mentoring at-risk youth is crucial for breaking cycles of crime, offering hope and support to children of incarcerated parents. His insights into identity and the psychological toll of undercover work are both profound and eye-opening.
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Off-the-Books Undercover Tactics
- Tegan had to work undercover mostly off-the-books with little backup or proper resources.
- She built rapport with gang members by just hanging out and sharing malt liquor over months.
Corrupt Cop Undermined Raids
- Tegan discovered a corrupt cop tipping off gang members about raids who was ignored when she reported him.
- She hid her reports to protect herself as she feared retaliation or jeopardizing the case.
Hidden Toll of Undercover Stress
- Undercover work led Tegan to become stressed and exhausted, affecting her relationship and physical health.
- She often lost weight and lacked time to exercise, showing the toll of undercover demands.