Nicholas, a 15-year-old New Yorker with autism, an intellectual disability, and significant mental health needs, has been to the emergency room nearly 15 times since last summer.
Lauren Pack is a courts and crime reporter at the Journal-News. With four decades of journalism experience, she covers crime and public safety across Butler and Warren counties, while also delving into themes of justice, health, and animal welfare. Her work has been featured in various outlets, including Yahoo News, WCPO 9 News, and the Dayton Daily News.












