Last year, William Vanwhy checked himself into Northwest’s Behavioral Unit to seek help with his depression and anxiety.

After a few days of being at the facility, he found himself fighting to get out. He demanded his release but was denied. Like several other victims, Vanwhy had to petition a circuit court for his own release.

“The petition states Vanwhy was being 'unlawfully detained' by Northwest Medical Center-Springdale and Hyatt.” 

On the day he was granted release, he told deputies that he had asked for three days to be released. 

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