The family of Victor Perez, a 17-year-old from Pocatello, Idaho, who had autism and cerebral palsy, has announced their intention to sue the city following his death in a police shooting. The incident occurred earlier this month outside Perez's home. The family's legal team has formally notified the city of Pocatello of their plans to file a federal wrongful death lawsuit.
The lawsuit will allege that the city and its police department acted negligently, leading to Perez's death. It will also claim that the officers involved used excessive force during the encounter. The family is seeking justice for Victor and hopes the lawsuit will bring about changes in police training and procedures to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
The details surrounding the shooting remain under investigation. The Pocatello Police Department has not yet released a full statement on the incident, citing the ongoing investigation. The family's legal action is expected to bring further scrutiny to the case and shed light on the circumstances that led to Victor Perez's death.
Family to Sue Pocatello Over Teen's Fatal Shooting
The family of Victor Perez, a 17-year-old with autism and cerebral palsy, plans to sue the city of Pocatello, Idaho. Perez was shot and killed by police earlier this month. The family alleges wrongful death due to negligence and excessive force. They have formally notified the city of their intent to file a federal lawsuit.
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