It's never easy losing a loved one but it's appalling to have a loved one taken from you by the people who are supposed to protect and to serve. Today we have a tragic story about happened this past May to Yin’s twin brother Yong. Diagnosed about 15 years ago with bipolar disorder, dealing with an episode from Yong wasn't an unfamiliar situation for the family. Yong's final episode escalated quickly when a DMH (Department of Mental Health) worker ended up calling 911.
The events of that day do not add up with the narrative that was provided by the authorities. Body cam footage shows a different story from what was being told by the authorities. Having Yong's body snuck out the opposite exit of where the family was asked to wait. The family being asked to wait at the station to find answers, while no answers were provided, the authorities quickly had a press conference and wrapped up right before the family returned to their home. A tragic loss that could have been avoided and was completely mishandled after the fact. Please help Yin bring awareness to this incident and follow his IG @JusticeForYong for information on any future news and events.
At the end of todays episode there will be a notice “Viewer discretion advised. Graphic content." We will then present body cam footage along with commentary on the events of the day from Yin. Please do not watch if you are uncomfortable with this type of graphic content.
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If you or anyone you know is suffering from any mental health issues please seek help.
Here are a few numbers that can help.
• Department of Mental health Help Line: 800.854.7771
• Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988
• SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline: Call or text 1-800-985-5990 if you've been impacted by a disaster and are experiencing emotional distress or other mental health concerns
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Yong's IG: https://www.instagram.com/justiceforyong
Here is the link to John Oliver's, Last Week Tonight segment on the difference between coroners and medical examiners.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnoMsftQPY8
• Yin wanted to thank the following for showing his brother Yong and his family support.
Asian Mental Health Project (Carrie Zhang)
Black Lives Matter Grassroots
People's City Council
The Skid Row People's Market (Danny Park)
Black Lives Matter LA Chapter
The Nation of Islam
Korean American Federation of Los Angeles
Seoul National University Alumni Association
Neighborhood Safety Companions
K.W. Lee Center for Leadership
Asians with Attitudes
L.A. Chinatown Overwatch
Ed Choi (influencer)
Conversasians
The Row Church
Good Neighbors Community Church
LA Gospel United Methodist Church
Glendale Grace United Methodist Church
LA Times
The Korea Daily
LAist KPCC Radio
Radio Korea
The Korea Times
KPFK Radio
Korean Resource Center
Korean Americans for Palestine
Mass Liberation Project
US Education Consulting
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