"Missouri Man Files Lawsuit After Being Wrongly Arrested for DUI During Stroke Episode"
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"Missouri Man Files Lawsuit After Being Wrongly Arrested for DUI During Stroke Episode"
[!CDATA[A man from Missouri has filed a federal lawsuit alleging that he was wrongly arrested for driving under the influence when he was actually experiencing a stroke. The lawsuit, filed against 12 Greene County employees, stems from an incident on July 21, 2022. The man was pulled over by a sheriff's deputy in his job's parking lot, who suspected him of driving while intoxicated despite the man denying alcohol or drug use. Despite a breathalyzer test showing no alcohol content, the man was arrested and taken to the county jail. During his time at the jail, the man's health deteriorated significantly, with symptoms including profuse sweating, slurred speech, and declining motor skills. He was eventually released around 2 a.m. and taken to a hospital, where he was diagnosed with a cerebral stroke. The stroke has left him blind and with other impairments. The lawsuit alleges that the delay in providing proper medical care led to his long-lasting health effects. The lawsuit is seeking damages for the man's ordeal, as records later showed that his blood did not contain any controlled substances, and no charges were submitted to the prosecutor's office. The man's experience highlights the importance of proper medical assessment and care in situations where individuals may be experiencing health emergencies.]]