Erlanger hospital President and CEO Jim Brexler released a statement today regarding Friday’s death of a patient who was shocked with a Taser upon release from the hospital and later died.
“This is a tragic situation and one that Erlanger is taking very seriously,” the statement reads. “Our hearts go out to all the families involved. Let me assure you that we are reviewing all aspects of this situation and fully cooperating with all ongoing investigations. Once all the information about this incident is known, appropriate actions will be taken.”
Edward Buckner, 54, a patient at Moccasin Bend Mental Health Institute, was taken to Erlanger on Friday to be treated for dehydration. He became combative with officers upon his release from the hospital, at which time he was shot with a Taser, Chattanooga police said. Mr. Buckner was returned to Moccasin Bend via van, found to be unresponsive and taken back to Erlanger, where he later was pronounced dead.
For complete details, see tomorrow’s Chattanooga Times Free Press.
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