Family Files Lawsuit Against Sheriff’s Office After Tragic Death Following Active Shooter Incident
Bristol, Tennessee – The family of a man who died shortly after an active shooter incident at Bristol Regional Medical Center in May 2024 has filed a federal lawsuit against the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office and several officers involved. The legal action claims that the officers misidentified a mental health crisis as a drug-related episode, leading to excessive use of force on Matthew Stoddard. The lawsuit, which raises serious allegations including wrongful death, outrageous conduct, and intentional infliction of emotional distress, outlines various counts such as assault and battery and excessive force. According to the … Read more