Police Officer Shot In Neck. Says He Died 3 Times In Surgery. Denied Pension

Police Officer Shot, Denied PensionPhoto byJohn J Wiley

In a harrowing tale of survival and resilience in this episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast, former police officer Corporal Timothy Sterrett shares the extraordinary ordeal he faced after being shot in the neck on November of 2017. His battle for survival, he says that he died three times during life-saving surgeries, and the subsequent denial of his line-of-duty pension have captured the attention of many.

Corporal Sterrett, a dedicated officer in the Forest Park Police Department, found himself in a life-altering situation while responding to a call in 2017. A confrontation with a criminal ended tragically when he sustained a gunshot wound to the neck. This incident, compounded by significant medical challenges, ultimately forced him into involuntary retirement by the City of Forest Park.

During the subsequent surgical procedures aimed at saving his life, Corporal Sterrett faced an unimaginable ordeal, defying death on three separate occasions. His incredible resilience and the sacrifices he made in the line of duty are nothing short of heroic.

However, the story takes a disheartening turn as it reveals that the Forest Park Police Department denied Corporal Sterrett the medical retirement he rightfully expected. The reason behind this decision, according to him, was the department's longstanding policy of not providing medical retirement benefits to officers injured in the line of duty.

This case highlights the often challenging and sometimes heartbreaking experiences faced by law enforcement officers injured in the line of duty. Corporal Sterrett's story serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these dedicated individuals and the need for supportive policies to ensure their well-being after facing such life-threatening situations.

His courage in the face of adversity continues to inspire and shed light on the importance of addressing the needs of injured officers who have served their communities with unwavering dedication.

Sources:

Clayton Crescent.

WSB TV.

11 Alive.

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