Former Athlete Accused of Threatening Children in San Francisco

A former athlete, raised in a $1.1 million home by a prominent academic, has gained notoriety in San Francisco for allegedly threatening to abduct and kill children. Residents in affluent neighborhoods report that she has been seen roaming the streets, with some claiming she has made alarming threats, including intentions to harm children. The woman, identified as Andrews, has a troubled history, including multiple arrests this year for her erratic behavior. Locals, such as Inner Richmond resident Ashley P., have expressed growing concern over Andrews' actions, recounting incidents where she allegedly threatened her child. Ashley began documenting police reports in 2020 after a disturbing encounter with Andrews. Despite the ongoing issues, residents feel that Andrews has been given "unlimited second chances" by the system, as she continues to be released back onto the streets after her arrests. Efforts by city officials to address Andrews' behavior have been met with challenges. A clinician from the San Francisco Department of Public Health acknowledged awareness of her "distressing" actions and indicated attempts to connect her with mental health services. However, Andrews reportedly refuses assistance, complicating the situation further. David Burke, a public safety liaison, noted that while there have been multiple attempts to provide her with housing and mental health assessments, the lack of cooperation from Andrews hampers progress. A recent report highlighted the state's struggle with homelessness, revealing that despite spending $24 billion over five years, there is no clear tracking of its effectiveness in aiding the growing unhoused population. The report suggests that simply building more housing may not resolve the underlying issues.