After yesterday’s mind-boggling conclusion that Widespread Panic fan Troy Goode accidentally died due to LSD toxicity, friends and family are doing everything in their power to find justice. As if Goode’s death at the age of 30 wasn’t enough, the state seems poised to cover up the true circumstances surrounding his untimely passing.
Fortunately, a new petition has been circulating for the government to launch an independent investigation into Goode’s death. Below, you can read the note that accompanies this petition:
On July 18, 2015, while being detained by the Southaven PD in MS, excessive force was used to restrain Troy Goode. Independent autopsy results show that Goode’s death was a result of cardiac arrhythmia, caused by being hog tied, face down for more than an hour.
This position restricted air flow to his lungs causing his heart rate to increase to tachycardia in an attempt to pump oxygen to his blood. He was in this deadly position from the time of arrest, during transport to the hospital, and for another 30-45 minutes while he awaited care.
Goode was not removed from this position until he coded at the hospital and resuscitation was attempted. Two police officers were in the room with Goode when he coded.
Goode, his widow & infant son deserve a full investigation into his tragic death.
Let’s do all that we can to bring #JusticeForTroy. You can sign the petition here.