Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies mistakenly shot and killed a teenager when their bullets ricocheted as they opened fire on an aggressive pit bull.
Armando Garcia was spending time with friends in Palmdale one summer morning when Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies showed up in response to a complaint over loud music.
“It was a tremendous loss to the family,” said Brian Panish, an attorney representing the family. “We’re glad that the county has stepped up and accepted responsibility and the family will not have to endure this lawsuit any longer, although the loss will continue with them the rest of their lives.”The county said it would avoid further litigation costs with the settlement. The deputies have denied the allegations that they fired recklessly and contend their actions were reasonable. The L.A.
The dog then escaped from Garcia’s arms and the deputies fired at it multiple times “without warning or legal justification,” the lawsuit said. Garcia was struck in the chest by a ricocheting bullet. He was taken to a hospital and died of his injuries. The dog survived the shooting but was later euthanized.
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