The suit, filed by Anthony Smith, claims officers barged into his apartment knowing he was emotionally disturbed, but mishandled the situation due to improper training, lohud.com reported.
The lawsuit names former Mayor Ernie Davis, Sgt. Michael Marcucilli, Officer Timothy Briley among other unnamed officers, lohud.com said.
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