Bergstrom Bungle

RECEIVED Sat., March 25, 2023

Dear Editor,
    As a former Austin resident (1968-87) who travels and has hearing aids (which at times don't function well in large public structures) I have become even more appalled by the level to which Austin has sunk.
    The Florida woman in her 70s who was injured during her illegal arrest should sue the pants off Bergstrom and demand at least the firing of those officers (APD?) who detained and injured her. [“Austin Jailer Breaks Elderly Deaf Woman's Arm After Misunderstanding at Airport,” News, March 24] Since I am several years older than the victim and more than a trifle "deef,” I'm not sure I would feel secure flying in or out of Bergstrom.
Ted Samsel
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