December 10, 2010 Mall shopper sues after being Tased www.privateofficer.com
On Dec. 2, 2008, Paul Streeter ran through the parking lot at Clackamas Town Center Mall, pounding on the windows of a mall security car and threatening the guard.
The Boring man then went into the mall, deputies say, and caused a scene.
Deputies were already on their way because Streeter’s father had called 911 saying his son had mental health issues and he was off his medication.
When Deputy Steve Shelly arrived, authorities say, he ordered Streeter to get on the ground but he would not comply. Shelly then used the Taser, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies put Streeter in handcuffs but realized he stopped breathing. They called paramedics and revived him.
Since the incident, Streeter claims he has suffered behavioral, cognitive and emotional problems as the result of being shocked with the Taser.
He is suing Clackamas County and the maker of the Taser, Taser International.
Neither Streeter nor his relatives were available for an interview Wednesday.
Taser International has not responded to FOX 12′s request for a statement and a lawyer for Clackamas County said they cannot comment on ongoing litigation.
Source:FOX12
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