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Patient Strangled to Death at Louisville Addiction Treatment Center, Army Veteran Charged with Murder

Louisville, Ky. — Authorities have charged a woman with murder following allegations that she strangled a fellow patient at a Louisville addiction treatment facility. The arrest came two days after the victim was discovered deceased in her room at Praxis of Louisville by Landmark Recovery in the Hazelwood neighborhood. According to police, surveillance footage from the facility captured Angela Hensley, 48, entering the victim’s room last Sunday. Initially, the footage shows the victim standing as …

Injured Deer at Indiana Petting Zoo Succumbs Despite Treatment, Prompting Mayor’s Call for Safety Measures

FRANKFORT, Ind. — A series of troubling incidents at a local petting zoo culminated in the death of a deer that had been receiving treatment for distress, city officials confirmed. The deer, which had been under the care of Purdue University Veterinary Hospital, succumbed to its injuries this past week. Inside Frankfort’s TPA Park Aviary & Petting Zoo, an atmosphere of concern has been palpable following the recent deaths of not only this deer but …

Family Tragedy in Liverpool: Homeless Man Pleads Guilty to Grandfather’s Manslaughter, Sentenced to Psychiatric Treatment and Jail Time

Liverpool, U.K. – In a distressing incident in the heart of Liverpool, a 34-year-old homeless man was sentenced after admitting to the killing of his 73-year-old grandfather in what authorities described as a sudden and brutal assault. The tragedy unfolded in February when Ryan Cullen attacked Brian Cullen, in the elder Cullen’s city center residence. Police responded to reports of a domestic assault at the address, discovering Brian Cullen with severe injuries from which he …

Trump Prioritizes Pardons for Jan. 6 Rioters, Claims Unfair Treatment Amid Concerns of Election Misinformation and Potential Dictatorial Promises

WASHINGTON — Despite the tumultuous events of January 6, former President Donald Trump continues to focus on the size of the crowd at his rally that day, seemingly minimizing the violent aftermath that targeted the U.S. Capitol. This outlook was evidenced when Trump recently boasted about that day’s turnout and dismissed the fairness with which the riot participants were treated. In a recent statement, Trump reiterated his contention that the January 6 rioters, many of …

Judge Approves Treatment Center Stay for Arizona Brothers in San Jose Police Vehicle Attack Case

San Jose, CA — A Santa Clara County judge has made the decision to release two men from Arizona, accused of assaulting a police vehicle during a public disturbance, to a local treatment center as the legal proceedings against them continue. The two, identified as Gabe Durbin, 26, and Tyler Durbin, 22, will be transferred from incarceration following their recent arrest connected to the disruptive incident that also involved attacks on law enforcement. Initially held …

Mental Illness Prevalence Study Reveals Global Data Gap and Impact on Treatment Access

New York, NY – A recent study reveals the stark disparity in the collection of data on the prevalence of mental illnesses across the globe. The findings show that many countries lack essential data on the frequency of mental health disorders within their populations, leading to significant uncertainties in global estimates and hindering access to necessary mental health services for many individuals. The study, conducted by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation’s Global Burden …

Advisors Support J&J’s Carvykti and BMS’ Abecma for Earlier Treatment

Atlanta, Georgia – FDA advisers have given their support to J&J and Legend’s Carvykti and BMS’ Abecma for use in earlier stages of treatment, despite initial concerns regarding the potential for early patient deaths. The decision marks a significant milestone in the pharmaceutical industry, as these treatments could now be provided to patients earlier on in their disease progression, potentially improving outcomes and quality of life. Carvykti and Abecma offer new hope for patients with …

Gaza Families Mourn Losses Amid Israeli-Hamas Conflict, Call for Cease-Fire and Humanitarian Treatment

Avon, Connecticut – For Ibrahim and Rawan Shehadeh and Khamis Abu-Hasaballah, the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas hits close to home. They are members of the Farmington Valley American Muslim Center, and their families have been directly impacted by the violence in the Gaza Strip. The violence escalated when Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel, resulting in civilian casualties and hostages. In response, Israel retaliated with a series of military operations targeting Hamas …

Abuse: Care Home Workers Jailed for Inflicting ‘Horrific’ Treatment on Vulnerable Adults

Care home workers in London, England were sentenced to jail after being found guilty of inflicting “horrific” abuse on vulnerable adults. The workers were convicted of conducting physical and emotional abuse on the residents of the care home, prompting outrage and calls for stricter regulations. The abuse was discovered when an undercover reporter captured footage of the mistreatment, including physical assaults and verbal intimidation. The workers were found to have taken advantage of the vulnerable …

Decatur Man Arrested for Cruel Treatment of Puppies Released Under Illinois Pretrial Fairness Act

DECATUR, Ill. – A Decatur man has been arrested and subsequently released under the Illinois Pretrial Fairness Act following the discovery of two dead puppies and one malnourished puppy in his backyard. On Dec. 11, 2023, the Macon County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control responded to a call at a residence on E. Whitmer Street, where they found the disturbing scene. The dogs were found without access to a heat source, food, or water. The Decatur …