Teen fighting for his life after police shoot him 9 times in his backyard

IDAHO – Eyewitness video captured the moment police shot a mentally and physically disabled 17-year-old nine times in his front yard, leaving him fighting for his life and his family calling for answers. 

Victor Perez was shot Saturday at his home in the town of Pocatello, Idaho, seconds after police arrived. His family told local news outlets he was experiencing a mental health crisis and was brandishing a knife. 

Police haven’t formally identified Perez, except by confirming his age, but his family verified his identity to local news outlets. The family said he has cerebral palsy, affecting his ability to walk, and speaks limited English. 

TV station KIFI reported that the family was told that the boy’s left leg was amputated in one of three operations at the hospital after the shooting, where he is in critical condition.  

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