Family of Autistic Teen Victor Perez Sues Idaho Police, Alleges Violations of Disability Rights After Deadly Shooting
Pocatello, Idaho — The family of Victor Perez, a 17-year-old with autism who was fatally shot by police earlier this year, has filed a lawsuit against the Pocatello Police Department. Their claims center on allegations that officers failed to adhere to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) during the interaction that led to Perez’s death. On April 5, 2023, officers responded to a call from a neighbor who reported a violent situation involving Perez, who was holding a knife. Despite previous encounters with law enforcement regarding Perez’s behavioral challenges and documented disabilities, officers arrived with … Read more