December 21, 2014
The State Police will change its training program for troopers on how to handle people with mental illness after facing criticism it was not doing enough in response to the controversial 2008 death of a Newark man on the side of a highway.
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If a mental health or substance use challenge is affecting you or someone you know, there are several resources available to learn more or get connected with help. If you are in crisis, or you know someone who is, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or dial 911 in case of emergency.
