Police officers have a difficult job and must often deal with hectic if not chaotic situations. That becomes dangerous when guns and split-second decisions are involved, which appeared to be the case with the shooting of a person who seemed to have been in the wrong place at the wrong time several years ago. Now comes word that the North Las Vegas City Council is considering whether or not to approve a large settlement as a result of a lawsuit filed by the man who was shot by police.
According to the Las Vegas Review-Journal:
“North Las Vegas has reached a $3 million settlement in a federal lawsuit over a 2003 shooting by police that seriously injured a then-18-year-old man.
The settlement with Lamar Kiles, who was shot during a chaotic scene at an apartment complex, is pending approval at tonight’s City Council meeting.
Officer Robinson Reed shot Kiles in the side with a shotgun on Aug. 13, 2003, after police were called to investigate reports of gunfire at the Judith Villas apartments at 711 E. Nelson Ave.
Reed and other officers bolted through the dark complex with guns drawn as young men ran in all directions. Kiles came up behind Reed and two other officers as they were trying to handcuff some of the men, police said at the time.
Police said Kiles made “a furtive movement leading the officer to believe his life was in jeopardy.” Reed fired a single blast from his 12-gauge shotgun.”
Kiles was permanently disabled as a result of his wounds. The laws of personal injury extend to everyone, including the police. If you or someone you love has been wrongfully harmed, you need the help of Las Vegas personal injury attorneys who have a track record of holding those responsible for these harms accountable. Contact Jack Bernstein & Associates today to schedule a free initial consultation.
Wed, Jan 20, 2010
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