Ladell Thornton’s Ongoing Mental Health Case | Omaha News

Ladell Thornton, accused in the 2021 shooting death of beloved Creighton baseball coach Chris Gradoville, remains under state mental health care after a judge ruled he’s still deemed a danger due to untreated mental illness. Originally found not guilty by reason of insanity, Thornton’s case hinges on his inability to distinguish right from wrong at the time of the attack — a finding that continues to shape legal proceedings. With experts confirming his ongoing instability and a court-ordered review in one year, Thornton’s future remains under tight supervision as the community mourns the loss of a respected coach and former pro. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7229758ca6fb0aae