Lego Requests California Police to Halt Use of Toy Heads in Suspect Photos

The toy company's intervention follows the police department's unique compliance with state laws protecting suspects' identities.

Lego has requested the Murrieta Police Department in California to stop using its iconic yellow heads to obscure the identities of suspects in social media posts.
This request comes in response to the department's method of complying with California laws that restrict the sharing of photos of individuals arrested for non-violent crimes.
The police department has used various methods, including emojis and characters from films, to protect suspects' identities while maintaining public safety updates.
The department is exploring alternative methods to continue engaging with its audience without infringing on Lego's intellectual property rights.
The use of Lego heads and other characters was part of the department's efforts to balance transparency with the community and the legal rights of suspects.