Pat Tillman’s Brother Richard Crashes into San Jose Post Office Amid Mental Health Struggles

In a tragic and alarming incident early Sunday morning, Richard Tillman, brother of the late NFL star and Army hero Pat Tillman, crashed his car into a San Jose post office, setting the building ablaze. According to family statements, Richard has been grappling with severe mental health issues for years, a struggle that has proven heartbreakingly difficult to manage.

Richard's brother, Kevin Tillman, revealed that Richard was livestreaming during the crash, showcasing what he described as an 'altered self' on social media. The disturbing footage captured the moment of impact around 3 a.m., which required the efforts of 50 firefighters over an hour and a half to extinguish the resulting flames. At the scene, Richard identified himself as Pat Tillman’s brother to officers, a poignant reminder of the family’s legacy and loss.

Arrested on suspicion of arson, Richard is set to appear in court on Wednesday, as per Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office records. Kevin expressed relief that no one was physically harmed but underscored the family’s ongoing anguish over Richard’s condition. 'Securing proper care and support for him has proven incredibly difficult – or rather, impossible,' Kevin noted, highlighting a broader societal challenge in addressing mental health crises.

For those who remember Pat Tillman, the Arizona Cardinals player who left the NFL to serve as an Army Ranger post-9/11, only to be tragically killed by friendly fire in Afghanistan, this incident adds another layer of sorrow to an already storied family history. It’s a stark call to action on how we support those battling inner demons as fiercely as any external enemy.