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Daughter appeals excessive force lawsuit dismissal over police tasing of elderly father
By Aaron Montes at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 2, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) - Debbie Navejas has spent the last four years thinking about how her father was shocked with a stun gun in the back by police. Armando Navejas, who was 70 years old at the time fell on his face. The impact broke one of his eye sockets and he bled from [...]
Key takeaway Armando Navejas, who was 70 years old at the time fell on his face.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The Navejas family's pursuit of justice raises questions about police protocols and training in El Paso , particularly when it comes to interacting with elderly or vulnerable individuals. As the city's population ages, incidents like this one underscore the need for law enforcement to prioritize de-escalation techniques and consider the potential consequences of using force on older adults. The fact that Debbie Navejas is appealing the dismissal of her lawsuit suggests that she believes the city's police department has not taken sufficient steps to address these concerns. El Paso residents will be watching to see how the appeal unfolds and whether it leads to changes in the way police officers are trained to handle similar situations in the future. The outcome of this case could have significant implications for how the city approaches public safety and protects its most vulnerable citizens.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) - Debbie Navejas has spent the last four years thinking about how her father was shocked with a stun gun in the back by police. Armando Navejas, who was 70 years old at the time fell on his face. The impact broke one of his eye sockets and he bled from [...]
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