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GMA Network
14-06-2025
- GMA Network
DSWD to assist PWD mauled by fellow bus passengers on EDSA
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Friday said it is searching for the person with disability who was mauled by fellow bus passengers on EDSA, to extend assistance to him and give him intervention. 'Nakikipag-ugnayan na tayo upang mahanap ang biktima at mabigyan ng kaukulang assistance," DSWD's Crisis Intervention Program (CIP) Director Edwin Morata said. (We are coordinating [with authorities] to find the victim and give the necessary assistance.) Aside from his physical injuries, the PWD also experienced trauma from the incident and needs assistance to process it, he added. "Maliban sa tinamo niyang injury, kakailanganin din ang assistance upang matulungan siyang iprocess ang trauma mula sa pangyayari,' Morata said. On June 9, a PWD reportedly bit passengers inside a Precious Grace Transport bus traveling on the EDSA busway. His fellow passengers then ganged up on him mauled him and allegedly tased him, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) said. 'Binugbog, kinuyog 'yung isang kababayan natin na may kapansanan sa loob ng isang bus. Krimen 'yan,' said DOTr Secretary Vince Dizon in a press briefing. (A fellow Filipino with a disability was mauled inside a bus. That's a crime.) In the viral video, the PWD can be heard crying for help after some passengers tried to kick him out of the bus. The DSWD also condemned the incident and said it was inhumane. 'Walang anumang excuse ang ginawa nilang pambubugbog sa nakikita naman nilang person with disability at alam nilang nangangailangan ng unawa. Hindi makatao ang gawaing ganun. Hindi lang isa, tinadyakan, sinusuntok pagkatapos ay inelectrocute pa,' Morata said. (There is no excuse to the mauling against the person they saw who had a disability and needed understanding. What they did was inhumane. Not only did they step on him, they also punched him and electrocuted him.) PWDs are one of the most vulnerable groups in society and are under the stewardship of the State, he added. 'Government is exerting all efforts to ensure that the persons with disability sector is provided with the needed assistance to help protect their rights, welfare, and lead them to development. Violent actions against any member of the sector set us back in achieving our goal of giving them a chance to nation building,' Morata said. 'Hindi pwedeng palagpasin ang ganitong kalupitan, sa person with disability man or sa ibang sektor. Malinaw na abuso ang ginawa nila. Kung may impormasyon kayo ukol sa mga nanakit, ipagbigay alam po sa kapulisan, sa amin, or sa alinmang ahensiya ng gobyerno,' he added. (This kind of cruelty cannot be ignored, whether committed against a PWD or someone from another sector. It is clear that it was abuse. If you have any information about those who hurt him, please let the police, DSWD, or any government agency know.) The DOTr said that the bus driver and the conductor should be held responsible for the situation. Meanwhile, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) suspended their driver's license for 90 days. The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board summoned Precious Grace to explain the incident. It also suspended 10 of its units for 30 days. A hearing on the matter has been set for June 25. However, the bus company's lawyer said that the driver and the conductor already took action on the incident. According to the testimony submitted by the driver to the LTO, a passenger reported to him that another passenger was biting people inside the bus. When they reached the Main Avenue station, they immediately reported the incident to the authorities. They sought the assistance of Coast Guard personnel to bring out the PWD passenger. But the authorities failed to do so. The PWD bit another person after the bus was already close to Buendia station, and the incident was reported to the authorities. The driver said that he even told the passengers to stop ganging up on the PWD, but nobody listened to him. 'To my mind, yung driver at saka konduktor, ginawa nila ang responsibilidad nila,' said Alex Verzosa, lawyer for Precious Grace Transport. (To my mind, the driver and conductor fulfilled their responsibilities.) —KG, GMA Integrated News
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Governor's Residence alleged arsonist's preliminary hearing rescheduled again
(WHTM) — The preliminary hearing for Cody Balmer, who allegedly attempted to set Governor Shapiro's Residence on fire with him and his family inside, was rescheduled for a second time. According to PA Courts, Balmer's preliminary hearing, which was rescheduled from April 23 to May 28, has been rescheduled again to August 20 at 2 p.m. in Courtroom 1 of the Dauphin County Courthouse on the 5th floor of 101 Market Street in Harrisburg. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now On Sunday, April 13, at 2 a.m., Cody Balmer, 38, of Penbrook, allegedly threw multiple Molotov cocktails at the Governor's Residence in Harrisburg while Governor Shapiro and his family were asleep inside. Balmer was charged with attempted murder, terrorism, aggravated assault, and aggravated arson after he turned himself in and claimed responsibility for the alleged attack. Court documents show that Balmer made multiple references to Palestine, admitted to officers that he hated Governor Shapiro, and said he would beat him with a hammer if he encountered him. Police say Balmer's mother, Christie, contacted authorities and Crisis Intervention days before the attack due to Cody's 'irritable and agitated' behavior, but Balmer did not make threats to himself or others, so it did not meet the threshold for an involuntary mental health evaluation. Balmer currently remains in prison awaiting his hearing. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Yahoo
Springville honors 4 officers during city council meeting
The following report was written by Terry Schrimscher of the Trussville Tribune. SPRINGVILLE, Ala. (TRIBUNE) – The Springville Police Department opened Monday's council meeting with presentations to four officers. Chief Wayne Walton made the presentations aided by Councilors Austin Phillips and Herbert Toles. First, Walton presented a letter of appreciation to Officer Dave Weal for completing Mental Health and Crisis Intervention Training. Weal was recognized for utilizing his training to assist an individual in distress. 'Your actions have not only changed one life but also inspired those around you to become more aware, more responsive to the needs of individuals facing mental health crisis,' Walton said in the presentation. 'Officer Weal's dedication to ongoing education and training ensures that we are better equipped to serve and protect all members of our community, especially those experiencing mental health crises,' Walton added in a written statement. 'His professionalism and compassion make a true difference in the lives of those in need.' Next, Walton introduced Cpl. Kevin Thompson, Officer Curtis Pippin, and Officer Carter Pardue, and recognized them for their actions during an emergency call in February which resulted in saving the life of a teen suffering from a gunshot wound. They recently completed a Stop Bleed Training which helped prepare them for the situation. Shelley Rawlings, representing the office of the city attorney, read a resolution from Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth and the Alabama Senate. The officers were recognized with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Lifesaving Award and presented copies of the resolution. Walton noted that the ALEA Lifesaving Award is one of the top five awards an officer can earn in the state. 'The dedication and professionalism displayed by Cpl. Thompson, Officer Pippin, and Officer Pardue exemplify the very best of law enforcement,' said Walton in a statement. 'Their quick thinking and preparedness directly contributed to saving a young life, and we are incredibly proud of their actions.' The council then conducted two public hearings on zoning issues. The first hearing was a discussion on an ordinance rezoning property at 135 Pine Street from a residential R-1 to business B-1. The second hearing was an ordinance to rezone 170 Mills Ferris Lane from RE to A-1. The ordinance for Mills Ferris Lane was carried over to a future meeting so council members can better evaluate the situation. The ordinance to rezone 135 Pine Street was amended to restrict the type of business and future paving requirements. The Pine Street ordinance was approved unanimously with the amended restrictions. The next meeting of the Springville City Council will be held at 6 p.m. on June 2 with a work session at 5:30 p.m. prior to the meeting. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
New Indian Express
13-05-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Crisis intervention centre a ray of hope for transgenders in Kerala
KOCHI: Aiming to provide round-the-clock protection to transgender people in the state, the social justice department has set up a Transgender Crisis Intervention Centre in Kakkanad. First-of-its-kind in the state and perhaps in the country, the facility is soon to be functional. It will offer 24-hour counselling facilities and shelter to transgender people who are struggling. The facility, completed at a cost of Rs 24 lakh, was inaugurated by Social Justice Minister R Bindu on Monday. 'Transgender people face sexual harassment, physical assault and mental abuse from individuals around them. Often neglected by their family, they even encounter violence at home. In such cases, they can seek shelter at the facility,' said district social justice officer Cino Xavi. 'The project aims to create an inclusive space for transgender individuals. Counsellors will be available to provide mental health support to them for handling emergency situations and coping with stress. If necessary, we will also provide legal and medical support,' added Cino.
Yahoo
31-01-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Emergency personnel undergo Crisis Intervention Training in Weston
WESTON, (WBOY) — At the West Virginia State Fire Academy in Weston, local law enforcement and other emergency personnel are learning how to better deal with de-escalating situations through Crisis Intervention Training (CIT). The American Psychological Association reports that at least 20% of police calls involve substance abuse or mental health issues. To deal with these kinds of calls, emergency personnel learn how to de-escalate crisis situations through role plays and lessons. The CIT course in Weston lasts five days with training on suicide intervention techniques as well as strategies for dealing with substance use disorder, behavioral disorders, mental illness and autism. The goal of CIT is to better equip emergency personnel to deal with those with mental health concerns and refer them to the proper resources. Fairmont State University raises thousands of dollars for Tygart Valley United Way 'We have a plethora of individuals with mental health disorders with [substance use] disorders. In order to try to remedy some of those problems we need new tools,' West Virginia CIT Project Director Hollis Lewis said. Representatives from Lewis and Gilmer County 911, the Lewis County Sheriff's Department and the Weston Police Department were in attendance. Lewis said that another key part of the training was setting up collaboration, and with representatives of different emergency responder teams at the training, they could open communication about this issue. Furthermore, during the week, the class performed site visits to various facilities that touch crisis intervention. 'Well, I believe what we're learning is a better way to communicate and de-escalate somebody that is in a major crisis,' Weston Police Chief Michael Posey said. He added that he would recommend the training to any police department. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
