Victor Perez, a 17-year-old autistic and nonverbal boy, was shot multiple times by Idaho police while holding a knife. His family stated he was not intoxicated and they were trying to help him. Following the shooting, which was deemed avoidable by many community members, Perez remained in critical condition until he was eventually taken off life support after showing no brain activity. This incident has spurred significant community outrage and calls for police accountability, highlighting the complexities of law enforcement encounters with individuals who have disabilities.
The shooting of 17-year-old Victor Perez, who was autistic and nonverbal, has sparked outrage in Pocatello, Idaho, as his family advocates for accountability.
His family claims the police reacted too quickly, without attempting to de-escalate the situation, leading to a tragedy that could have been avoided.
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