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The hidden cost of the ‘less lethal’ law enforcement tool

by Brian Seay

More than 1,000 people have died following incidents where police stunned them with Tasers nationwide since the early 2000’s.

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McDonald’s employee jumps through drive-thru window to save officer in distress (VIDEO)

by Jennifer Cruz

Viloria has since been called a hero for his actions, but he says first responders are the real heroes.

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2 firefighters, 1 civilian shot during welfare check

by Jennifer Cruz

The man’s brother feared he was having a diabetic episode, but as firefighters were kicking in the door, the brother thought it was a home invasion.

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Officer tases 78-year-old man during diabetic episode

by Jennifer Cruz

It wasn't until after the man had already been tased twice and placed in handcuffs, that the fire department arrived and determined the man was diabetic and was suffering from low blood sugar.

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