Goodman Police Chief releases statement on interaction with mother and 11-year-old autistic son
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Goodman Police Chief Brian Ledford released a statement detailing an incident involving an 11-year-old autistic boy and his mother on an interstate on-ramp, where the child became aggressive after his mother was taken aside by a deputy. Officers did not use restraints due to the child's age and autism, opting instead to de-escalate the situation. The incident occurred amid concerns for the children's safety due to the heavy traffic nearby.
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