"The bodycam footage shows a struggle between Cevallos and two NYPD officers, during which a warning is given before a taser is deployed multiple times."
"Cevallos's mother, Monica Astudillo, had called 911 seeking psychiatric help for her son, who was in the midst of a schizophrenic episode."
"Astudillo pleaded with officers not to use the taser on her son, citing his condition, but the officers proceeded, leading to Cevallos becoming unresponsive."
"The medical examiner's report indicated that cardiac dysrhythmia was the cause of death, with the taser use deemed a contributing factor."
Bodycam footage released by Attorney General Letitia James shows NYPD officers using a taser multiple times on Adrian Cevallos during his detention. Cevallos died on August 3, 2024, after an encounter with officers while experiencing a schizophrenic episode. The medical examiner ruled his death was due to cardiac dysrhythmia, with the taser as a contributing factor. His mother had called 911 for psychiatric help, but Cevallos became unresponsive in the ambulance. His family is suing the city, alleging delays in medical assistance.
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