A firefighter from Chicago was paralyzed during San Francisco's annual "Escape From Alcatraz" triathlon after another ...

Jose Perez is fighting for a future in which he hopes he won’t be paralyzed after suffering a serious injury while racing in the Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon earlier this month.

Perez was lifted onto a Jet Ski with San Francisco Fire Department officials, whom Perez profusely praised for their efforts.

Chicago firefighter Jose Perez is facing a difficult recovery, but getting the support of SFFD, after a scary injury when another triathlon competitor landed on top of him in the SF Bay. "Immediately, ...

SAN FRANCISCO - What was supposed to be another athletic feat and personal accomplishment quickly turned into a disaster at San Francisco's annual "Escape From Alcatraz" event when a firefighter ...

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But when he jumped into the San Francisco Bay to begin the swim portion, he said, another competitor landed on top of him. "Immediately, I just knew. I can't move. I'm paralyzed," Perez said.

Jose Perez was seriously hurt during the swimming portion of the San Francisco Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon.

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