Gaithersburg, Md. (WJLA) - With the nation paying such
close attention to the topic of police officers and race, Montgomery County
officers spent part of their Monday learning how to relate to citizens with
intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Maryland resident Ken Capone has cerebral palsy. He aided
with the all-day session held at Montgomery County Police headquarters in
Gaithersburg.
"This is so important for law enforcement so they will
understand that every person is unique," Capone said via the use of an
audible communication device.
Patti Saylor knows the need for training all-too-well. Her
son Ethan, who had down syndrome, died from asphyxia during a physical struggle
with sheriff's deputies that were moonlighting at a Frederick movie theater.
To read more on this story, click here: Montgomery Co.Police Undergo Training to Better Communicate with Disabled Citizens
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