Pima County Sheriff's Department Lawsuit
A Tucson man is seeking $176 million from the Pima County Sheriff's Department after being left paralyzed by a deputy shooting. The man claims that the deputy's actions were negligent and that the department is responsible for his injuries.
Details of the Incident
The incident occurred when the deputy shot the man, leaving him paralyzed. The man's lawyers claim that the deputy used excessive force and that the department failed to properly train its officers.
Response from the Sheriff's Department
The Pima County Sheriff's Department has not commented on the lawsuit, but it is likely that they will deny any wrongdoing. The department may argue that the deputy's actions were justified and that the man's injuries were not a result of negligence.