Erdington killer on 'last resort' treatment jailed for life
Diogo Bettencourt, one of Birmingham's most mentally unwell men, is jailed for life for murdering neighbour Anthony Sharma. He was on clozapine, a 'last resort' medication.
Diogo Bettencourt, one of Birmingham's most mentally unwell men, is jailed for life for murdering neighbour Anthony Sharma. He was on clozapine, a 'last resort' medication.
Daniel Cook, 39, has been given a life sentence for the manslaughter of his mother, Ellen Cook, 72, in Littlethorpe. Read the full tragic story and court details.
Diogo Bettencourt has been sentenced to life for the brutal murder of Anthony Sharma in an Erdington HMO. The killer, who has schizophrenia, concealed the body in a sleeping bag. Read the full court report.
New research from University College London suggests the widely available antibiotic minocycline could significantly reduce the risk of developing schizophrenia in high-risk individuals, potentially revolutionising early intervention strategies.