Bam Margera placed on psychiatric hold amid addiction and mental health struggles.
Bam Margera, former star of Jackass, has been placed on a 5150 hold for psychiatric evaluation after his family feared for his life due to his drug and alcohol addiction. He was found by police at a restaurant in Los Angeles exhibiting erratic behavior and alleged suicidal threats. Bam's brother had earlier asked for the public's help in finding him. The 5150 hold allows for involuntary hospitalization for up to 72 hours for individuals who are considered a danger to themselves or others. Bam's family is calling for him to receive inpatient treatment for his mental health and addiction struggles.