Former actress Amanda Bynes was reportedly taken into psychiatric custody Saturday morning after a brief exchange with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), according to TMZ.
Law enforcement officials said Bynes apparently called the Los Angeles Police Department that a woman was in distress and identified himself as the suspect. TMZ. Her officers reportedly took her to a nearby police station, where she was given a medical evaluation to determine if she needed professional assistance. According to TMZ, police reportedly deemed Ms. Bynes a danger to herself and others and detained her in 5150 psychiatric detention.
Amanda Bynes added to psychiatric detention in police custody https://t.co/yaHvkRzZJv
—TMZ (@TMZ) June 19, 2023
Bynes can be legally detained for up to 72 hours under the law. According to TMZ, this is the second time this year Bynes has been forced into psychiatric treatment after a run-in with police.
The former Nickelodeon star was spotted naked walking the streets of downtown Los Angeles in March. At that time, TMZ reported that she also called the police about herself. report.
Bynes received psychiatric treatment and had an extended hospital stay to receive treatment and specialized care. According to TMZ, she was released from a mental health facility in April. Sources with direct knowledge of her situation said she reportedly did not feel well with Ms. Bynes and that she felt isolated after her release.
Amanda Bynes Takes Second Psychiatric Detention This Year After Being Detained By Police: Report https://t.co/iwJ1KGVg0u pic.twitter.com/doyFjpboay
— Page Six (@PageSix) June 19, 2023
It remains unclear what treatment she will receive after this second incident. (Related: Ezra Miller reappears on red carpet after harassment and apparent deterioration in mental health)
Bain’s family had previously placed her under guardianship. They have not publicly commented on this recent event.