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Attempted robbery of armored truck in Northeast Philadelphia could be linked to other robberies, sources say
Attempted robbery of armored truck in Northeast Philadelphia could be linked to other robberies, sources say

CBS News

time15-07-2025

  • CBS News

Attempted robbery of armored truck in Northeast Philadelphia could be linked to other robberies, sources say

Police are investigating an attempted robbery of an armed Brinks truck in Northeast Philadelphia on Tuesday morning. The attempted heist happened in the 8200 block of Castor Avenue around 11:30 a.m., the Philadelphia Police Department said. Police preliminarily believe a guard likely fired shots during the attempted robbery. Chopper 3 was over the scene on Castor Avenue. Investigators are looking for surveillance video in the area. No arrests have been made. It's unclear if anyone was struck by gunfire. Police are currently checking nearby hospitals for possible shooting patients. This was at least the fourth robbery of an armored truck in the city over the last month. Police said the first truck was hit for $3 million. PPD sources said they're looking at these as a potential pattern. The PPD and the FBI Task Force are collaborating on the investigation. This is a developing story and will be Holden, Rory Hardenstine and Dan Snyder contributed to this report.

Block judge Darren Palmer revels in $11m payday
Block judge Darren Palmer revels in $11m payday

Daily Telegraph

time04-07-2025

  • Business
  • Daily Telegraph

Block judge Darren Palmer revels in $11m payday

The Block judge Darren Palmer and his cosmetics industry operative husband Olivier Duvillard have finally sold their Bondi Beach home. It fetched around $8.25m through Alexander Phillips and Vince Licata from PPD. Their patience paid off as it had been pulled from auction in April when its price guidance was $7.95m. The four-bedroom, four-bathroom Sir Thomas Mitchell Rd home, a three storey house cocooned by jungle-like plantings, had initially been listed last September with other agents. MORE: Huge promise Hemsworths made about Byron Bay Palmer and Duvillard bought what was a 1930s California bungalow in 2015, paying $2.98m, before undertaking a rebuild in 2022 in collaboration with architect John Deuchrass with a coastal minimalist style. 'This is actually the longest-term house I've had in my entire life, except for when I was a child,' Palmer told Home Beautiful in January. PPD's Phillips secured the sale – a street record – to a database buyer on the first day of the new financial year. MORE: Wild reason Aussie has 300 homes Last financial year the Phillips team secured 186 sales, worth $943m. His 2024 calendar year sales tally, which put him as Australia's top seller for the 10th consecutive time, had a $962m tally from 196 sales in 2024, according to the Real Estate Business (REB) industry website rankings. The Palmer/Duvillard couple also recently sold their Byron Bay retreat to Candice Rose O'Rourke, the founder of the Zulu & Zephyr lifestyle brand, and her husband Josh O'Rourke for $2.6m. Located just 100m from Tallow Beach, it came with a path to the beach from its back gate. MORE: Aus pub's $500m collapse, staff owed $7m

Block judge Darren Palmer revels in $11m payday
Block judge Darren Palmer revels in $11m payday

News.com.au

time04-07-2025

  • Business
  • News.com.au

Block judge Darren Palmer revels in $11m payday

The Block judge Darren Palmer and his cosmetics industry operative husband Olivier Duvillard have finally sold their Bondi Beach home. It fetched around $8.25m through Alexander Phillips and Vince Licata from PPD. Their patience paid off as it had been pulled from auction in April when its price guidance was $7.95m. The four-bedroom, four-bathroom Sir Thomas Mitchell Rd home, a three storey house cocooned by jungle-like plantings, had initially been listed last September with other agents. Palmer and Duvillard bought what was a 1930s California bungalow in 2015, paying $2.98m, before undertaking a rebuild in 2022 in collaboration with architect John Deuchrass with a coastal minimalist style. 'This is actually the longest-term house I've had in my entire life, except for when I was a child,' Palmer told Home Beautiful in January. PPD's Phillips secured the sale – a street record – to a database buyer on the first day of the new financial year. Last financial year the Phillips team secured 186 sales, worth $943m. His 2024 calendar year sales tally, which put him as Australia's top seller for the 10th consecutive time, had a $962m tally from 196 sales in 2024, according to the Real Estate Business (REB) industry website rankings. The Palmer/Duvillard couple also recently sold their Byron Bay retreat to Candice Rose O'Rourke, the founder of the Zulu & Zephyr lifestyle brand, and her husband Josh O'Rourke for $2.6m. Located just 100m from Tallow Beach, it came with a path to the beach from its back gate.

Family of Autistic Teen Shot 9 Times by Police Launch Lawsuit
Family of Autistic Teen Shot 9 Times by Police Launch Lawsuit

Newsweek

time29-06-2025

  • Newsweek

Family of Autistic Teen Shot 9 Times by Police Launch Lawsuit

Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The family of 17-year-old Victor Perez, an autistic teenager who was shot nine times by police officers in Idaho earlier this year, is suing the Pocatello Police Department (PPD) over claims that officers violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Perez, who was non-verbal and also had cerebral palsy, died from his injuries after being shot multiple times by officers from the PPD following a violent outburst at his family's home on April 5. Officers were called by a neighbor who saw Perez holding a knife and arrived at the scene to subdue him but used deadly force instead of non-violent means of intervention. Perez's family has said they believe they could have solved the outburst without police intervention. Civil rights attorney John Burris, who is representing the Perez family, says the officers violated the ADA as they knew about Perez's disability. The ADA states that officers who know they are dealing with a disabled person must use non-lethal tactics. Newsweek has contacted the PPD for comment via their voicemail. Law firm Burris Nisenbaum Curry and Lacy has also been contacted via their website for comment. In this image taken from video, police are seen shortly before opening fire Victor Perez on the other side of a fence on April 5 in Pocatello, Idaho. In this image taken from video, police are seen shortly before opening fire Victor Perez on the other side of a fence on April 5 in Pocatello, Idaho. AP Photo/Brad Andres via AP Why It Matters This lawsuit could impact how police handle situations involving people who find it more difficult to advocate for themselves. What To Know On April 5, Pocatello police were called to Perez's family home as he was having a violent outburst. This was not the first time they had been called to his home due to his behavioral struggles, and according to the lawsuit, they had paperwork noting Perez's intellectual and physical disabilities. Footage released by police of the incident shows officers arriving to his home, guns drawn. Footage then shows police yelling at Perez several times to "drop the knife." In the video, Perez is on the ground but then stands up to take a step towards police, who were on the other side of a chain fence. This is when police opened fire on Perez, who according to local news station KTVB not only had several disabilities but also did not understand English, shooting him multiple times. The video released by police also includes the 911 call from the neighbor who said: "He is trying to stab everyone, it looks like." The caller then says, "This guy, he seems pretty drunk." The caller may not have known about Perez's disabilities. The footage does not show police attempting to use de-escalation tactics or any other form of non-lethal violence prevention. Police told KTVB at the time that they were not made aware that Perez was having a mental health crisis. However, the family's lawyers are now saying the police had records of his mental and physical state. Perez was rushed to hospital after being shot nine times and had operations including an amputation to remove the bullets. However, doctors could not save his life, and Perez was taken off life support. The footage was released by Pocatello Mayor Brian Blad in order to answer public questions about how the shooting occurred. PPD Chief Roger Schei said at the time: "The risk [to the police officers] was immediate," as justification for the shooting. However, Burris is saying the potential risk posed by Perez still disregards the ADA given the police department's prior knowledge of Perez's disabilities. Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN), a nonprofit advocacy organization, has spoken out against the use of "autism training" for police officers, saying "an hour of learning about autism cannot overcome months of training that teaches police that in uncertain situations, the first thing they should do is escalate force to exert control." "There have been cases where police who have been through autism-specific training still went on to shoot and kill autistic people they were called to help." Zoe Gross, director of ASAN, told Newsweek: "There are several steps we as a society can take to stop police violence against disabled people. We can reduce the likelihood that disabled people will have contact with police by promoting alternatives to policing. This may look like funding crisis intervention teams staffed with EMTs, social workers and mental health professionals. "These teams can respond to calls involving people in crisis or distress instead of sending police to intervene in these situations. Other alternatives to policing include peer respite and counseling, safe consumption sites, and housing and food assistance. All these alternatives must receive adequate funding, and one step towards that is to reduce the share of municipal funds that police departments currently receive." What People Are Saying Zoe Gross, director of Advocacy at the Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN), told Newsweek: "We must increase community oversight of police forces and make it easier to hold police accountable for violence by ending the policy of qualified immunity, which makes it very difficult to sue when police harm someone. People who want to see less police violence can advocate for policy changes like these." Gross added: "Police often profile or target autistic people, especially Black autistics and other autistic people of color. They may claim that someone with auditory processing issues is 'refusing to follow commands' that they do not understand; that someone who cannot speak is refusing to cooperate; or that someone making repetitive movements is making threatening gestures or is drunk or high. When autistic people do not understand or cannot follow a police officer's instructions, or moves in a way that police perceive as erratic or threatening, police may immediately escalate to using force, including sometimes killing the autistic person." Attorney John Burris told the press: "[Officers] arrived on the scene just like gangbusters and within moments, not minutes, not hours, no effort to give the young man any opportunity to locate where he was or to self-identify with these officers; They shot and killed him." Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador told the media at the time of the shooting: "As with all such matters, the Office of the Attorney General will conduct a thorough and impartial review once the Eastern Idaho Critical Incident Task Force completes its investigation." What Happens Next? The police in this lawsuit may receive additional legal aid due to the Trump administration, as President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the Justice Department to explore a program that could involve law firms providing pro bono assistance to police officers accused of wrongdoing.

Just tired or something more? The overlooked mental struggles some new dads face, Lifestyle News
Just tired or something more? The overlooked mental struggles some new dads face, Lifestyle News

AsiaOne

time16-06-2025

  • Health
  • AsiaOne

Just tired or something more? The overlooked mental struggles some new dads face, Lifestyle News

Postpartum depression (PPD) is often associated with mothers, but did you know that it can also affect fathers? The emotional toll of welcoming a new child doesn't just skip the other parent, and experts whom AsiaOne spoke to noted that while many dads might go through a temporary period of feeling either overwhelmed by stress or feeling 'blue', for some, it can manifest as paternal postpartum depression (PPPD). But what exactly is PPPD and what causes it? Speaking to AsiaOne, Dr Teng Jia Ying, psychiatrist from Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, explained that the condition is an episode of depression that occurs in a father following the birth of a child, and there are many factors that can lead to the development of it. Some examples include having to navigate change and adjusting to new responsibilities and roles for first-time fathers, being in a marital relationship with pre-existing strain and therefore increasing the risk of conflicts after childbirth. Experienced fathers who already have children may also struggle with increased caregiving responsibilities. Dr Teng also shared that in addition to these factors, things like shifting societal norms and even hormonal changes may contribute to the development of PPPD. "The role of the husband and father has shifted over time. Modern fathers are expected to be involved in childcare and parenting, and also work and provide for the family. The pressure to fulfil these expectations can be stressful for both first-time and experienced fathers," Dr Teng explained. "Studies have also found that fathers experience hormonal changes during their partner's pregnancy, and for several months after the birth of the baby. These include a reduction in testosterone levels, oestrogen, prolactin and cortisol," she added, explaining that while these changes in hormones help fathers to become more "emotionally responsive to their babies and develop a strong attachment with them", it may also increase the risk of PPPD. Is PPPD underdiagnosed? While it's a very real issue, PPPD isn't talked about much, and can be easier to miss due to a variety of factors ranging from a lack of awareness to societal pressures. According to experts like Dr Teng, PPPD is a condition that's "under-recognised and underdiagnosed". "Mental wellness services and awareness campaigns tend to focus on maternal postpartum depression, with a strong emphasis on its profound impact on the baby and family. Fathers who are having symptoms of postpartum depression may be less likely to seek help due to lack of awareness, or because of the fear of stigma and discrimination," she said. Dr Precelia Lam, general practitioner at Raffles Medical, also agreed that the limited discussion on the topic is a reason why PPPD is not diagnosed as often. "Unfortunately, there is little awareness of PPD in men because it is not as common as PPD in women. As a result, the condition often goes underdiagnosed and untreated," she shared with AsiaOne. Societal pressures and expectations According to experts, it may also be tougher for many fathers to speak up about, or seek help for mental health issues like PPPD due to societal pressures and expectations. Dr Teng explained that many men find it tough to talk about their mental health difficulties due to the fact that they're often expected to be "strong and silent" about their internal struggles. They may also worry about being seen as "weak" or "sensitive" if they talk about their emotions, which discourages them from seeking help. Dr Fong Yang, obstetrician and gynaecologist (OBGYN) from Aspire Centre for Women and Fertility, seconds this, telling AsiaOne: "Most men feel they have to be strong for themselves and their wives, because it is a known and acceptable condition for women to have postnatal blues, but in men it would them appear weak and ineffective as the head of a family." Speaking about how the expectations of how a father is supposed to carry out his role throughout the pre and postnatal journey can also contribute to the fear of sounding out. "In heterosexual childbearing couples, the message usually given to a dad is that pregnancy and birth are a woman's realm. Fathers can be excluded from prenatal appointments, classes or even the labour itself. When they are present, they're often told that their only job is to be supportive. Emphasis is always placed on instructing the husband to be strong while he is supporting his wife. They are often expected to 'be the rock'. Men's depression can be stigmatised and when they do feel depressed, they live with the fear of letting their wife down," Dr Lam explained. If left untreated, PPPD can cause real distress for those suffering from it. "Undiagnosed and prolonged paternal depression usually leads to men distancing and isolating themselves from their families and newborn. There may be poorer child bonding in the longer term, and a lack of interest in the development of these babies," explained Dr Fong. Dr Teng cautioned that untreated PPPD can lead to an "increase in frequency and severity of symptoms, and of particular concern would be the increase in risk of suicide and risk of aggression towards others". And it doesn't just affect the fathers. "Past research has found that PPPD affects parenting behaviours. Fathers were reported to be less sensitive and more hostile towards their children. Untreated PPPD can affect the children's development of secure attachment with their fathers," she explained, adding that children of fathers with PPPD also have an increased risk of emotional and behavioural problems at a later age. Dr Lam shares the same sentiment, stating that untreated PPPD can "have several negative effects on the father, the child and the family as a whole". She also shared that children "living with depressed fathers are far more likely to develop anxiety, depression or other mental health issues later in life". "Marital tension or conflict can arise, followed by reduced family functioning as household responsibilities and parenting duties may become unbalanced, [hence] worsening the strain," she stated. What are the signs? Now that we know that PPPD can go undetected easily, how do we identify the symptoms? According to Dr Lam, PPPD symptoms are more severe and long-lasting (not to be confused with the common 'baby blues' that many new parents face). They often do not go away on their own, and include things like: Social withdrawal Low energy, fatigue and lack of motivation Loss of interest in hobbies and regular activities Changes in sleep pattern, weight and appetite Alcohol and substance abuse Headaches Irritability Violent, aggressive, impulsive or risky behaviour The GP also stated that these symptoms may occur at any point during the first year after the baby is born. "There is also a severe form of PPD called postpartum psychosis, which can result in paranoia, delusions and hallucinations. This form is much more common in women, but can also occur in men," she stated. Dr Teng also cautioned that symptoms of PPPD can cause suicidal thoughts in serious cases. "There can be feelings of worthlessness and excessive guilt, for example negative beliefs about not being a good enough husband or father. In more severe cases, recurrent thoughts of death may be present, along with thoughts of self-harm and suicide," she said. Who does PPPD affect? Experts say that some people are more prone to PPPD due to a variety of factors. Some examples include poor relationships with in-laws and/or spouses, lack of support, a history of mental illness and financial stress. More notably, they also shared that having a spouse with PPD is also a risk factor. "Having a spouse with PPD has been found to be the most important and consistent risk factor for PPPD. A previous study reported that fathers whose partner has PPD have a 2.5 times higher risk of developing depression themselves at six weeks post-delivery, compared to fathers whose partners do not have depression," shared Dr Teng. On the topic, Dr Lam also stated that the "risk factors of PPPD include PPD in the mother", and that "half of all men with a partner suffering from PPD will show signs of depression as well". 'You're allowed to be vulnerable' But it's not all doom and gloom. Help is available, and fathers shouldn't be afraid to reach out for it. Dr Fong advised fathers to be willing to speak up when they have difficulties coping with the newborn, family and work responsibilities [or] difficulties juggling the different roles, or when their wives may also be experiencing depression. "In this day and age, equality of genders also applies to mental health problems, and the need for help in such circumstances does not stop at maternal blues or postnatal depression," he added. "Like every aspect of health, it is important to remember that there is help available for men as well. You are allowed to be vulnerable and to require support if you suspect you may have PPPD," stated Dr Lam. Acknowledging that fathers are often pillars of support for mothers during the early postpartum period, Dr Teng stated that it is "therefore crucial for a father to take care of his mental wellbeing, so that he can care for his partner and family". "I would encourage fathers who are experiencing symptoms of PPPD to seek support from their parents, other family members or friends. They can consider reaching out to other fathers, who may be more than happy to share similar experiences and offer useful advice," shared the psychiatrist. She also added that fathers should utilise their paid paternal leave benefits and spend time during the postpartum period to bond with their child and support their spouses. Additionally, they should set aside time for themselves like engaging in hobbies and other activities they enjoy while ensuring that they get enough sleep and have regular meals to maintain good physical and mental health. For dads who are looking for resources or support for PPPD, Dr Teng shared that there are increasing numbers of educational programmes on mental wellness and parenting targeted at fathers, like ones from Centre for Fathering and Dads for Life, which offer support for fathers in Singapore through workshops, events and educational resources. "Professional help is available in the form of counselling services and psychiatric care. Early treatment of postpartum depression can reduce a father's distress, improve quality of life, functioning at work and at home, and most importantly, improve relationships with loved ones," she encouraged. Samaritans of Singapore: 1800-221-4444 Singapore Association for Mental Health: 1800-283-7019 Care Corner Counselling Centre (Mandarin): 1800-353-5800 Institute of Mental Health's Mental Health Helpline: 6389-2222 Silver Ribbon: 6386-1928 Shan You Counselling Centre (Mandarin): 6741-0078 Fei Yue's Online Counselling Service: Tinkle Friend (for primary school children): 1800-2744-788 [[nid:717863]]

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