Judge orders mental health treatment for woman accused of attempted kidnapping at hospital

Sharie Atkins, a Puyallup woman, has been ordered to undergo 90 days of mental health treatment after her arrest for attempting to kidnap a young child from Good Samaritan Hospital on December 9. The incident, which prompted intervention from bystanders, highlights Atkins' ongoing struggles with mental health, including a diagnosis of unspecified schizophrenia spectrum disorder and a history of substance abuse. Earlier this year, she tested positive for fentanyl and has faced legal issues related to unstable behavior in the past. This case raises critical concerns about the effectiveness of the legal system in addressing mental health issues and the need for comprehensive support to prevent such dangerous behaviors in the future.