Ohio Police Raid Gone Wrong: Toddler Hospitalized in Elyria

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Ohio Police Raid Gone Wrong: Toddler Hospitalized in Elyria
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The mayor of Elyria, Ohio has called for an investigation after a woman accused police of mistakenly raiding her home and injuring her 17-month-old toddler with flashbangs. The toddler, who was already on a ventilator, suffered burns and chemical pneumonitis from the incident. The police department denies the allegations, stating that the child did not sustain any apparent injuries and was taken to the hospital for a pre-existing illness. Body camera footage from several police officers will be released, and the mayor has ordered a complete review of the incident.

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