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New York Post
a day ago
- New York Post
Missing Oklahoma 2-year-old sold to meth dealer by mom, who had abused her with paddle and BB gun: report
A 2-year-old missing Oklahoma girl allegedly suffered a nightmare of abuse at the hands of her parents, who shot her with a BB gun, beat her with a paddle that had 'The Last Resort' written on it and finally sold her to a meth dealer, according to local reports. Ashley Ceejay Rowland, 39, and her boyfriend Joshua Denton, 40, were arrested on Aug. 5 in connection to the abuse against their poor tot London Kerr, who was last seen in the arms of the mother's methamphetamine dealer in 2022, according to The Oklahoman. Rowland confessed to police that she gave the poor child to a man identified as 'Carlos' in exchange for drugs, the report stated. That man claimed that he was going to travel to Mexico with the child. Before abandoning London, Rowland and Denton exacted cruel and vicious physical punishment on the toddler. 4 London Kerr was last seen in the arms of the mother's methamphetamine dealer in 2022. KFOR Teenage children of Rowland said she and her boyfriend would shoot the baby with BB guns, strike her with a wooden paddle, and lock her in a closet, the report stated, citing a criminal affidavit. While searching the couple's house, police discovered a wooden paddle with the phrase 'The Last Resort' written on it, the report stated. Denton's two teenage daughters said their dad force fed London a hot pepper and poured hot sauce in the child's eyes on more than one occasion, according to that affidavit. One of the sick-o's two teenage girls told investigators that Denton had previously sexually abused her, according to the report. Authorities are renewing their search for London and hoping to find the child, who would be turning 6-years-old in September. 4 Ashley Ceejay Rowland, 39, was arrested in connection to the abuse against London Kerr. KFOR 'Time is of the essence, still hoping for a positive turnout in this case, and we don't have a lot to go off of right now, which makes it extremely difficult,' Oklahoma City police Sgt. Dillon Quirk told local KOCO-TV. Rowland told cops that when she handed London to the meth dealer, the child had no sort of identifying paperwork, the report stated.. Officials first realized the child was missing during a failed Department of Human Services pickup order in April 2023, The Oklahoman reported. 4 Rowland's boyfriend Joshua Denton was also arrested. KFOR 4 Officials first realized the child was missing in 2023. The Oklahoman Denton faces nine felony charges including six felony counts of child abuse, one count of forcible sodomy, and one count of lewd or indecent acts to a child. Rowland has been charged with one count of enabling child abuse and faces previous charges of abandonment of child which were filed in Oklahoma County District Court last year.
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Bradford Health Announces the Acquisition of The Last Resort, Crestone Wellness and The Chapter House in Texas
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., July 02, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bradford Health Services, a nationally recognized provider of addiction treatment and behavioral healthcare, today announced the acquisition of three Texas-based programs: The Last Resort Recovery Center, Crestone Wellness, and The Chapter House. This marks the second strategic acquisition in less than a year as the company continues expanding its network of trusted regional providers. "We are proud to welcome The Last Resort, Crestone Wellness, and The Chapter House into the Bradford family," said Rob Marsh, CEO of Bradford Health Services. "Each of these programs has built a legacy of deep clinical integrity, authentic connection, and strong outcomes. They represent the kind of partners we seek — mission-driven leaders with strong reputations and rooted community impact." Located in Smithville, Texas, The Last Resort offers comprehensive care for men, including medical detox, residential treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), and virtual intensive outpatient programming (IOP). Crestone Wellness, located in Taylor, Texas, provides medical detox and residential treatment for both men and women. The Chapter House, based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, delivers an extended care and sober living program designed specifically for men transitioning from primary treatment. "This partnership allows us to expand the reach of our mission and do more for the men and women we serve," said Becky Babb, CEO of The Last Resort. "We're proud of the work we've done in Texas and excited to grow alongside Bradford — a partner who shares our belief in high-integrity, patient-first care." "When The Last Resort was started, our vision was to provide authentic, deeply connected care," added Corbin Bigheart, President of The Last Resort. "This acquisition honors that vision and creates opportunities to expand our services in new, meaningful ways." The acquisition expands Bradford's footprint across Central and North Texas, enhancing the organization's reach from Richardson to Austin. These three programs now join a growing portfolio of trusted regional providers supported by Bradford's clinical leadership, operational infrastructure, and long-term recovery platform. "Bradford's growth strategy is grounded in supporting best-in-class operators with the scale, resources, and systems needed to thrive in a changing landscape," said Christian Chauvet, Partner at Lee Equity Partners. "The Last Resort, Crestone, and Chapter House are aligned with that strategy — they're respected, proven, and rooted in the communities they serve. We are proud to support this next chapter of growth and quality care delivery." Legal counsel for the transaction was led by Burr Forman LLP, who provided critical support throughout the diligence and closing process. This acquisition follows Bradford's October 2024 integration of Lakeview Health, Stepping Stones for Recovery, and Koru Spring, and its 2023 acquisition of Vertava Health of Mississippi, furthering the company's commitment to expanding access to high-quality addiction treatment across the Southeast and beyond. About Bradford Health Services: Bradford Health Services is a leading provider of substance abuse treatment and recovery services with a nationwide reach. Operating through a coordinated network of 40 facilities, Bradford offers affordable, evidence-based treatment across the entire spectrum of care, including early intervention, crisis response, intensive outpatient programs, partial hospitalization, residential care, inpatient detox, and transitional living and life skills programs. Our mission is to empower individuals to achieve lasting recovery. For more information, visit About The Last Resort, Crestone Wellness, and The Chapter House: The Last Resort Recovery Center, located in Smithville, Texas, delivers individualized care for men through its full continuum of treatment including detox, residential services, and outpatient programming. Crestone Wellness, based in Taylor, Texas, offers medical detox and residential care for both men and women with a focus on medical stabilization and healing. The Chapter House, in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, provides extended care and transitional living for men in recovery. Together, these programs have built a reputation for integrity, compassion, and clinical excellence across Texas. About Lee Equity Partners: Lee Equity Partners, LLC is a middle-market private equity firm that partners with businesses in the financial and healthcare services sectors. Over nearly two decades the firm has utilized its thematic based investment strategy and deep sector knowledge to identify and partner with talented management teams to accelerate growth and build market leading businesses. Additional information is available at View source version on Contacts Rob MarshChief Executive OfficerBradford Health Services(214) Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
02-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Bradford Health Announces the Acquisition of The Last Resort, Crestone Wellness and The Chapter House in Texas
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bradford Health Services, a nationally recognized provider of addiction treatment and behavioral healthcare, today announced the acquisition of three Texas-based programs: The Last Resort Recovery Center, Crestone Wellness, and The Chapter House. This marks the second strategic acquisition in less than a year as the company continues expanding its network of trusted regional providers. 'We are proud to welcome The Last Resort, Crestone Wellness, and The Chapter House into the Bradford family,' said Rob Marsh, CEO of Bradford Health Services. 'Each of these programs has built a legacy of deep clinical integrity, authentic connection, and strong outcomes. They represent the kind of partners we seek — mission-driven leaders with strong reputations and rooted community impact.' Located in Smithville, Texas, The Last Resort offers comprehensive care for men, including medical detox, residential treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), and virtual intensive outpatient programming (IOP). Crestone Wellness, located in Taylor, Texas, provides medical detox and residential treatment for both men and women. The Chapter House, based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, delivers an extended care and sober living program designed specifically for men transitioning from primary treatment. 'This partnership allows us to expand the reach of our mission and do more for the men and women we serve,' said Becky Babb, CEO of The Last Resort. 'We're proud of the work we've done in Texas and excited to grow alongside Bradford — a partner who shares our belief in high-integrity, patient-first care.' 'When The Last Resort was started, our vision was to provide authentic, deeply connected care,' added Corbin Bigheart, President of The Last Resort. 'This acquisition honors that vision and creates opportunities to expand our services in new, meaningful ways.' The acquisition expands Bradford's footprint across Central and North Texas, enhancing the organization's reach from Richardson to Austin. These three programs now join a growing portfolio of trusted regional providers supported by Bradford's clinical leadership, operational infrastructure, and long-term recovery platform. 'Bradford's growth strategy is grounded in supporting best-in-class operators with the scale, resources, and systems needed to thrive in a changing landscape,' said Christian Chauvet, Partner at Lee Equity Partners. 'The Last Resort, Crestone, and Chapter House are aligned with that strategy — they're respected, proven, and rooted in the communities they serve. We are proud to support this next chapter of growth and quality care delivery.' Legal counsel for the transaction was led by Burr Forman LLP, who provided critical support throughout the diligence and closing process. This acquisition follows Bradford's October 2024 integration of Lakeview Health, Stepping Stones for Recovery, and Koru Spring, and its 2023 acquisition of Vertava Health of Mississippi, furthering the company's commitment to expanding access to high-quality addiction treatment across the Southeast and beyond. About Bradford Health Services: Bradford Health Services is a leading provider of substance abuse treatment and recovery services with a nationwide reach. Operating through a coordinated network of 40 facilities, Bradford offers affordable, evidence-based treatment across the entire spectrum of care, including early intervention, crisis response, intensive outpatient programs, partial hospitalization, residential care, inpatient detox, and transitional living and life skills programs. Our mission is to empower individuals to achieve lasting recovery. For more information, visit About The Last Resort, Crestone Wellness, and The Chapter House: The Last Resort Recovery Center, located in Smithville, Texas, delivers individualized care for men through its full continuum of treatment including detox, residential services, and outpatient programming. Crestone Wellness, based in Taylor, Texas, offers medical detox and residential care for both men and women with a focus on medical stabilization and healing. The Chapter House, in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, provides extended care and transitional living for men in recovery. Together, these programs have built a reputation for integrity, compassion, and clinical excellence across Texas. About Lee Equity Partners: Lee Equity Partners, LLC is a middle-market private equity firm that partners with businesses in the financial and healthcare services sectors. Over nearly two decades the firm has utilized its thematic based investment strategy and deep sector knowledge to identify and partner with talented management teams to accelerate growth and build market leading businesses. Additional information is available at
Business Wire
30-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Most Popular Best's Review Articles Cover FAIR Plans and More
OLDWICK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In the past 30 days, Best's Review readers have been most interested in the following insurance news coverage: ' The Last Resort: As Private Insurers Exit High-Risk Areas, FAIR Plans Find Competitive Foothold ' reports how homeowners are turning to the residual market because of the decline in availability of coverage, even though FAIR Plan policies may cost more and offer less coverage. ' Parametric Plan for High-Risk Regions Wins AM Best 2025 Student Challenge ' presents the two students' competition-winning solution that would provide coverage to underserved markets. ' Insurance Industry Embraces AI Innovation as Technology Advances 'Exponentially' ' looks at how insurers have welcomed artificial intelligence to help customers and better understand risk. ' Nevada Considers FAIR Plan, Other Options To Tackle Insurability Issues ' describes the state's proposal for a FAIR Plan as well as a 'sandbox' for insurers to try out products that might not fully comply with current regulations. Best's Review is AM Best's monthly insurance magazine, covering emerging issues and trends and evaluating their impact on the marketplace. Access it here. For Best's Review advertising opportunities and media kit, visit our AM Best Advertising Services page. Copyright © 2025 by A.M. Best Company, Inc. and/or its affiliates.
New York Times
05-06-2025
- Health
- New York Times
Euthanasia Advocate Who Assisted in Woman's Suicide Dies in Germany
Florian Willet, a euthanasia advocate who was detained by Swiss authorities last year after being present when an American woman ended her life using a chamber-like device, has died. Mr. Willet's death was reported in an obituary posted on the website of The Last Resort, his assisted dying group, written by Philip Nitschke, the inventor of the device, known as a Sarco capsule. Mr. Nitschke said in an email that Mr. Willet had died by assisted suicide, but further details about his death remained unclear. The police in Germany, where Mr. Willet died, could not immediately be reached for comment. Mr. Willet, who was 47, according to the obituary, was the only person with the American woman when she died using the Sarco device in a remote forest in Switzerland in September. He was arrested, along with three others, by the Swiss authorities, who said at the time that the group was under investigation for 'aiding and abetting suicide.' The incident amplified thorny questions surrounding assisted dying even in Switzerland, where laws around the practice have led thousands of people to seek assisted death from right-to-die organizations based there in recent years. Mr. Willet was released from pretrial detention in December, after which 'he was a changed man,' Mr. Nitschke wrote. 'Gone was his warm smile and self-confidence. In its place was a man who was deeply traumatized by the experience of incarceration and the wrongful accusation of strangulation.' Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
