Arizona woman still without car 14 months after mistaken police stop

An Arizona woman, Tristan Sosa, was mistakenly stopped by Tempe police using a Grappler device during a pursuit in October 2023. She and her daughter felt threatened, believing they were in danger when police pointed guns at them. Sosa's car was totaled, with damages estimated at nearly $10,000. She has been without a vehicle for over 14 months and relies on Uber for transportation, which has affected her work hours. The Tempe Police Department acknowledged the mistake but stated it was a training issue, not a disciplinary one. The officer involved was later promoted but resigned months later for another job.