US officer having a ‘mild anxiety attack’ took ambulance meant for man shot by police

The Guardian - World NewsEN 2 min read 100% complete by Guardian staff and agencyMarch 12, 2026 at 01:34 PM

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A Connecticut state investigation revealed that a police officer experiencing a "mild anxiety attack" took the first ambulance that arrived at the scene where Dyshan Best, a Black man, had been shot by police in Bridgeport on March 31, 2025. Best, who was shot in the back while fleeing and later died from his injuries, had to wait an additional ten minutes for a second ambulance. The report deemed the shooting justified because Best had a gun, but raised concerns about the delay in medical care. The officer, Erin Perrotta, declined treatment in the ambulance but stated she needed to leave the scene. Best's family believes the delay contributed to his death, while the Bridgeport police department will conduct an internal investigation.

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Shawnna White 30% Associated Press 30% Eliot Prescott 40% Tatiana Barrett 40% Bridgeport Police Department ×250% Connecticut ×260% Bridgeport ×260% Erin Perrotta ×670% Dyshan Best ×790%

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