The aunt of 17-year-old Victor Perez, who was shot nine times by police in Idaho, is calling for a more thorough assessment of the situation before officers use their weapons. Perez, who is autistic and has cerebral palsy, was involved in a family barbecue where he took a knife. His sister was trying to get the knife away when a neighbor called the police, unaware of Perez’s condition. The shooting, captured on video, has sparked protests in the city. Mayor Brian Blad has expressed condolences to the family and stated that a thorough investigation is underway. The officers involved have been placed on administrative leave pending investigations.
According to police, Perez did not comply with orders to drop the knife and advanced towards officers, leading to the shooting. Perez’s family insists that he was not threatening and they were trying to take the knife from him. Video footage shows the incident, with Perez on the ground holding a knife while family members try to restrain him before police arrive and open fire. Perez remains in critical condition at the hospital.
The family, originally from Puerto Rico, has been grateful for the support from the Idaho community during this difficult time. They visit Perez in the hospital every day, hoping for improvement. The aunt expressed devastation over the situation and emphasized the need for better understanding and handling of mental health crises by law enforcement.
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