Community Mourns Boy Shot by Police
Hundreds of people from across the community gathered to pray, mourn, and honor 17-year-old Victor Perez in a candlelight vigil before he passed away on Saturday after being shot nine times by multiple Pocatello police officers. The vigil was followed by a rally to protest the actions of the officers who shot Perez. The event was described as a grassroots movement, with people expressing their upset and need to make their voices heard.
In the wake of the shooting, Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad issued a statement acknowledging the tragic event and noting that the investigation is ongoing. The four officers involved have been placed on administrative leave, and the city plans to release body camera footage in the coming weeks. The city also expressed condolences to the Perez family and recognized the pain and grief the incident has caused in the community.
The shooting of Perez, who had cerebral palsy and autism, has struck a chord with many in the autism community. People at the vigil, including those with personal connections to Perez’s disabilities, expressed outrage and sadness over the tragic event. The incident has also raised concerns about police use of force and safety for individuals with disabilities in the community.
As the community continues to process the events surrounding Perez’s death, people are coming together to support his family and advocate for justice and accountability in the face of this tragedy.
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