In a groundbreaking decision with potential far-reaching implications, two paramedics in Colorado have been found guilty of criminally neglect homicide in the unfortunate death of 23-year-old Elijah McLean. The incident took place in August 2019 when McLean was apprehended by police officers while on his way home, following a suspicious person's call.
During the trial, it was revealed that the paramedics, Jeremy Cooper and Peter Tunek, administered a dose of ketamine to McLean while he was being restrained by the police. Prosecutors argued that their actions were reckless, pointing out that the paramedics failed to engage with McLean or assess his vital signs before administering the drug.
