A San Jose Police K-9 attacked a suspect, Anthony Paredes, for a full minute during an arrest for shoplifting. The incident, which occurred in February 2020, resulted in severe injuries to Paredes, who struggled to speak following the assault. After he filed a lawsuit alleging excessive force and violation of civil rights, the San Jose City Council unanimously approved a $1.6 million settlement. Paredes' attorney expressed for him, there was a sense of satisfaction in the police being held accountable for the actions of the K-9 officer during the arrest.
"You can't undo what's been done to my client, but it is a substantial settlement. There's something sweet about the police having to pay Anthony after he had to take his licks from them."
"After 60 seconds, Tex finally unlocked its grip on Santa Clara County resident Anthony Paredes, who cried out as blood gushed from his head and neck during the attack."
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