Hinckley Seen as Errant Child by Psychiatrist
Dr. Thomas Goldman testified Hinckley views himself as an errant child who seeks forgiveness for shooting Reagan. The psychiatrist, who examined Hinckley three times since April, described his client as socially and romantically inept, believing a gun grants power while feeling unable to function independently. He noted Hinckley’s fixation on women and past stalking of President Carter in several cities.
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Gas blast demolishes half a building in Los Angeles
A furnace gas leak sparked an explosion that destroyed half of a two story 24 unit apartment building in the Los Angeles area. Seven people were burned or cut by flying glass and six hospitalized as residents reported smelling gas earlier. Fire officials said at least 10 families were left homeless and neighboring homes and a hardware store were damaged.
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Psychiatrist last witness in Coe trial
Ruth Coe faces closing arguments after psychiatrist Dr. Isaac Lawless testified as the last witness in her trial on charges of soliciting murder of a judge and prosecutor. The defense cites diminished mental capacity while prosecutors argue Coe sought to hire a hit man for four thousand dollars.
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