Teen Escapes Psych Facility | Richmond News

Richmond News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 14, 2026 · 1m

A teen sent to a psychiatric facility for behavioral issues instead escaped—twice—raising alarms about safety and care at Hallmark Youthcare. His father, a single parent relying on Medicaid, watched helplessly as his son was prescribed seven meds and involved in multiple fights, all while staff failed to intervene. After a chaotic escape involving a broken door, authorities warned of potential tragedy if conditions don’t improve. Now back home, the teen’s father fights to keep him safe and off meds, as state officials investigate and Hallmark vows to overhaul its systems. Listen in…