Less than a week after it opened, Knott’s Berry Farm Tuesday shuttered a Halloween attraction criticized by mental health advocates for perpetuating the social stigma of mental illness.
Tag: Ron Thomas
Posted inBuena Park, Countywide, Health & Wellness, Top Stories
Mental Health Advocates Express ‘Outrage’ Over New Knott’s Attraction
A new Halloween horror attraction that opened last week at Knott’s Berry Farm has drawn criticism from advocates who say it includes offensive and dehumanizing depictions of mental health patients.
Posted inCountywide, Fullerton, Top Stories
Fullerton Settles Kelly Thomas Wrongful Death Suit for $4.9 Million
The Fullerton City Council Monday agreed to settle the suit brought by Ron Thomas, the father of the mentally-ill transient who died in 2011 after being beaten by six Fullerton police officers.
Posted inCountywide, Fullerton, Top Stories
Jury Selection Begins in Kelly Thomas Civil Trial
The father of Thomas, a mentally ill transient who died after being beaten by Fullerton police, has sued the city as well as the officers and two former police chiefs.
Posted inFullerton, Health & Wellness, Top Stories
Civil Rights Case Lingers Four Years After Thomas Beating Death
The father of the Kelly Thomas is hopeful civil rights charges will be brought against the Fullerton cops who beat his son to death. But experts say the odds are against it.
Posted inCountywide, Fullerton, Top Stories
Impacts of Kelly Thomas Case Go Far Beyond Jury’s Verdict
Similar to Rodney King’s, the Kelly Thomas case showed reluctance of juries to convict police. Also like King’s beating, Thomas’s death will have long-lasting impact.
Posted inFullerton
Judge Sets Trial Date in Kelly Thomas Police Beating Case
The trial of Fullerton police officers charged with murder and manslaughter is tentatively set to begin June 28.
Posted inFullerton
Judge Turns Down Dismissal Request in Kelly Thomas Case
He tentatively rules that proceedings continue against two Fullerton police officers charged with beating to death a mentally ill, homeless drifter.
Posted inFullerton
Third Fullerton Officer Faces Charges in Kelly Thomas Case
District Attorney Tony Rackauckas charged Joseph Wolf with involuntary manslaughter and excessive use of force.
Posted inFullerton, Investigative, Norberto Santana Jr.
Third Officer in Kelly Thomas Beating Might Be Indicted
Thomas’ father, Ron Thomas, said the DA will ask the grand jury for an indictment.
