Show Me My Opponent
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On a hot Texas summer day, Dallas Fire responded to a grass fire on the side of the road. Their subsequent encounter with a gentleman named Kyle Vess – all caught on surveillance camera - led to an ongoing lawsuit alleging “an abuse of power and a deliberate indifference to the life and welfare of the underprivileged in Dallas”. What is the role of paramedics when confronted with a possible suspect? Is it ever appropriate to fight a patient? Are certain policies and practices of the department contributing to a perception (or a reality) that marginalized individuals are being treated differently? Nick and Sam discuss all this and more. Please like, comment, and subscribe!
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https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/video-dallas-fire-rescue-employee-kicks-man-in-face-12455856
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