BOISE, Idaho — Authorities in Idaho have released body camera footage from a police shooting incident that resulted in the death of a 17-year-old boy. The footage shows officers shooting the intellectually disabled teenager, Victor Perez, after he reportedly brandished a knife from the other side of a fence. Victor, who suffered from autism, a … Read more
Jefferson City, MO – In Missouri, individuals with developmental disabilities face alarming rates of abuse and neglect within a state system that seems ill-equipped to protect them adequately. Independent investigations have unearthed systemic flaws, leading to severe mistreatment and, in some instances, death. This failure has sparked outrage among families, advocates, and lawmakers who are … Read more
Woking, England – A disabled woman named Laura Winham, who was found deceased in her flat after lying undiscovered for over three years, has become a poignant symbol for systemic failure in social and healthcare services, her family stated. The tragic case has sparked a widespread call for reform and critical introspection within numerous agencies … Read more
Kolkata, India – Authorities in eastern India have announced that a man recently detained in Gujarat in connection with a violent crime has been linked to the murder of a 60-year-old tabla player and teacher aboard a train, triggering an extensive investigation that spans multiple states. The suspect, a 30-year-old from Rohtak, Haryana, was apprehended … Read more
Paris, France – In a case that has gripped the nation and sparked fierce debate over youth crime and justice in France, two young girls, aged 13 and 14, have been convicted of the murder of a disabled man in the suburbs of Paris. The court ruled that the teenagers intentionally participated in a brutal … Read more
Warren, MI — A tragic incident in a quiet Michigan community has left neighbors in shock as a woman and her disabled son were found dead in their home in what authorities suspect to be a murder-suicide. The bodies were discovered late Wednesday afternoon after concerns were raised about their wellbeing. Law enforcement officers responded … Read more
Peterhead, Scotland — Two individuals responsible for the brutal assault of a disabled man in the Scottish town of Peterhead have been sentenced to a total of six years in prison, highlighting a severe case of targeted violence against vulnerable members of the community. The sentencing has sparked discussions around the treatment of disabled individuals … Read more
Peterhead, Scotland – Two individuals were convicted and sentenced to six years in prison by a Scotland court for the brutal assault of a disabled man in Peterhead, a coastal town in Aberdeenshire. The sentencing came after a distressing trial, which brought to light the profound vulnerabilities faced by individuals with disabilities. The attackers, both … Read more
New Delhi, India – A government-operated shelter home for the disabled, Asha Kiran, has come under severe scrutiny following a revealing investigation by the National Commission for Women (NCW). The probe exposed significant safety violations and living conditions so dismal that the facility has been described as a “deathtrap for the innocents.” The NCW’s inspection, … Read more
New Delhi, India – A government-run shelter for the disabled known as Asha Kiran has come under scrutiny following a damning assessment by the National Commission for Women (NCW). The commission, tasked with promoting and protecting women’s rights, described conditions at the facility as a “deathtrap for the innocents,” highlighting severe lapses in care and … Read more