Category Archives: crime and punishment

Newest AJC Article on Final Exit Network – NDY Quoted

I was beginning to worry that the definition of FEN and its work of encouraging and facilitating suicides of chronically ill, disabled and elderly people was being magically rewritten. The alternate story that has been appearing is that they’re a helpful bunch of people who aid “terminally ill” individuals. They’re “forced” to do this because … Continue reading Newest AJC Article on Final Exit Network – NDY Quoted

Is Illinois next on the list for the multi-state investigation of Final Exit Network?

The recent articles on the multi-state investigation of Final Exit Network (FEN) list nine states in the ongoing investigation: The GBI is now leading a wide-ranging investigation into the ring, which has led to raids in nine states. Authorities say they have searched 14 sites in Arizona, Georgia, Florida, Maryland, Michigan, Ohio, Missouri, Colorado and … Continue reading Is Illinois next on the list for the multi-state investigation of Final Exit Network?

AP Story Quotes NDY on Final Exit Network

The latest AP story on the Final Exit Network investigation is out. This link is to SignonSanDiego.com: Barbara Coombs Lee, president of the national advocacy group Compassion and Choices, said prosecuting assisted suicide only drives it underground. “It’s not the way to make it safe. The plastic bag is sort of the end-of-life equivalent of … Continue reading AP Story Quotes NDY on Final Exit Network

Four in “Final Exit Network” Arrested in Georgia Sting Operation

This story just broke last night, but it keeps growing. I am sure there will be further updates to share in the days ahead: From the Atlanta-Journal Constitution: The death had been planned for months, authorities say. Two helium tanks were purchased, along with an “exit bag,” or hood to be placed over the suicidal … Continue reading Four in “Final Exit Network” Arrested in Georgia Sting Operation

Texas: David Coronado Breathing on His Own, Off Ventilator

About 3 weeks ago, this blog reported on the case of young David Coronado, a 6-month-old infant allegedly beaten severely by at least one of his parents. Initially, a court-appointed guardian planned to petition for removal of life-support. The scheduled hearing to hear the petition was cancelled due to unspecified “new information.” (We received detailed … Continue reading Texas: David Coronado Breathing on His Own, Off Ventilator