Local Vet with PTSD uses new legal aid program

BAKERSFIELD, CA- A highly decorated local veteran who became a double amputee during his service is facing a criminal charge while getting treatment for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

Lance Corporal Jeremiah Thein is charged with one misdemeanor count of willful cruelty to a child.

While he couldn't say much about the charge as the case is ongoing, he did talk about how he is doing and the Veterans Justice Program and veterans advocates say his case highlights the increasing n