Former 'Teen Mom' star Jenelle Evans is facing a fresh family crisis after her teenage son, Jace, was reportedly admitted to a mental health facility following a harrowing 911 call.
The intervention occurred this week after the 16-year-old allegedly threatened his grandmother, Barbara Evans, with a firearm and expressed intentions of self-harm. Authorities were called to the scene to secure the weapon, leading to the teenager being hospitalised for urgent psychiatric evaluation and care.
Reports from TMZ suggest the situation was even more dire than first thought, with insiders claiming the 16-year-old held the firearm to his head during the encounter. This breakdown follows reports of possible substance abuse, as those close to the family allege the '16 and Pregnant' star's son had been using drugs and alcohol shortly before the emergency unfolded.
On Monday, 9 March, the outlet confirmed that Jace has entered amental health clinic for treatmentfollowing a distressing event toward the end of last month. The publication noted that emergency services were called to Barbara Evans' property on 22 February after a report of a teenager in distress.
A total of seven police officers were sent to the property where Jace had been staying with his grandmother. Upon arrival, the authorities decided the circumstances called for 'further action.' While the specific reason for the emergency call remains unknown, there is currently no word on how long the 16-year-old will need to stay in clinical care.
When approached for a statement, a spokesperson for Jenelle remarked, 'At this time, we have no comment on the matter. We're unable to discuss this issue because it involves confidential personal matters.' The representative made it clear that the family is not prepared to speak publicly due to the private nature of the situation.
Yeah, that’s no one’s businessto begin with 🙄https://t.co/knx3kgawUp
Once again, I don’t talk to TMZ.pic.twitter.com/gaa60NpddI
Late on Monday, Jenelle offered a brief response to the news of Jace's admission, posting on X, 'Yeah, that's no one's business to begin with.' She shared images showing her refusal to provide a statement to TMZ, despite reportedly giving the outlet the green light to 'run the story' about her son's ongoing care.
Jenelle first appeared on television in 2010 as part of the MTV series '16 and Pregnant.' Her time on screen continued the following year when she became a regular fixture on 'Teen Mom 2.' However, her long-standing role with the network eventually ended when she was dismissed from the show in 2019.
Source: International Business Times UK
