autism awareness
The New York State Police introduced a new Autism Awareness Visor Card Program to improve communication during traffic stops. Individuals on the autism spectrum often face challenges with sensory sensitivities, communication differences, and social interaction, which can create misunderstandings with law enforcement. The visor card, featuring helpful icons, will assist troopers in making interactions clearer […]
Victor Perez, a 17-year-old nonverbal, autistic teen with cerebral palsy, died Saturday after being removed from life support following a police shooting in Pocatello, Idaho. On April 5, four officers responded to a 911 call about a knife-wielding man, unaware Perez’s family was trying to disarm him at home. Video shows officers shooting Victor within […]
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