“He’s Gonna Die:” City Confirms Man’s Death After 911 Call-Taker Didn’t Send Help
Alphonse Gerhardstein represents the Kyle Plush family. Plush died after 911 operator and emergency responders failed to respond to his pleas for help while trapped in the seat of his van. His family filed a lawsuit against the calltakers and Cincinnati Police officers who failed to respond to his distress. Their goal is to seek reform to the 911 system so needless tragedies such as these no longer occur. This story only confirms the urgent need for reform.