A police recruit in Denver is taking legal action after a training incident led to the amputation of both his legs. The recruit, Victor Moses, alleges that during a training session at the police academy, he lost consciousness and collapsed multiple times, ultimately resulting in the amputation of his legs.
The incident occurred during a 'fight day' training session, where Moses was allegedly pressured to continue despite showing signs of distress. Paramedics on-site cleared him to continue training, despite his medical conditions, including the sickle cell trait and low blood pressure.
The lawsuit claims that the training practices at the Denver Police Department are unnecessarily violent and contribute to a culture of excessive force. Moses' lawyers argue that the training encourages brutality and indifference to injuries.
Following the incident, Moses spent over four months in the hospital, undergoing amputations and surgeries to restore function in his hand. He now faces challenges in mobility and daily tasks due to the injuries sustained during the training.
The lawsuit also alleges that police misled doctors about the extent of Moses' injuries, impacting the care he received. Moses, who aspired to be a police officer, now questions the training practices that led to his life-altering injuries.
This case raises concerns about the training methods used in law enforcement and the impact they can have on recruits. The Denver Police Department and Denver Health have refrained from commenting on the ongoing litigation.
