paranoid schizophrenia
Coverage of paranoid schizophrenia in the Nexus archive.
- Sister of Dilworth assailant expresses fear over potential release
Di-quan Hunt was taken into custody following random assaults in the Dilworth neighborhood. His sister, who asked to remain anonymous, expressed relief that her brother is off the streets but voiced deep concern regarding his potential release without necessary medication and institutionalization. She stated he has multiple mental health diagnoses, including paranoid schizophrenia, PTSD, and Bi-Polar Disorder, and has a history of violence.
- Man charged with beating mother near death acquitted due to mental illness
A 57-year-old man from Hopkins was acquitted of first-degree assault after being found not guilty by reason of mental illness for allegedly severely injuring his mother. The court determined he did not understand his actions due to mental illness, leading to his civil commitment.
- Wild footage shows crazed LA assault suspect throw knives at cops before police shooting
A suspect in Los Angeles was involved in an assault where they threw knives and a grilling fork at police during a paranoid episode. The incident led to a police shooting.