New Jersey jury awards $11.5 million to stroke victim wrongfully arrested by state trooper
newsweek.com — February 6, 2025, 11:00 PM UTC
A New Jersey jury awarded $11.5 million to Cheryl Rhines, a stroke victim wrongfully arrested by State Trooper Jennifer Albuja in 2017. The trooper misinterpreted Rhines' medical emergency as intoxication. Rhines had pulled over due to stroke symptoms when Albuja arrived. Despite signs of a stroke, Rhines was arrested and delayed medical attention worsened her condition. The case highlights concerns about law enforcement training in medical emergencies. The court's decision emphasizes the need for better training to prevent similar incidents in the future.