On May 30, 2015, Officer Justin Willis responded to a carjacking incident. During the pursuit, he deployed a Taser at Mr. Stephens, striking him in the eye, which resulted in the loss of vision in that eye. The incident led to a lawsuit alleging excessive force. The court documents detail differing accounts of the event, with Officer Willis claiming he perceived an aggressive turn by Mr. Stephens, while Mr. Stephens stated he had surrendered before being tased. The case highlights concerns over the use of force and the department’s policies on Taser deployment.
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