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Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Psychiatric Care Failings Lead to Arson Incident

Published: 2024-05-18

A recent investigation into psychiatric care in Västmanland reveals serious flaws in patient admissions and discharges.

One case highlights a woman who was repeatedly discharged from psychiatric care, only to set fire to a grocery store in Västerås shortly after her third release.

The woman, who suffers from a severe mental disorder, has been sentenced to forensic psychiatric care.

Two locum doctors involved in her case have been dismissed following scrutiny of their professional conduct.

Friends and family criticize the psychiatric system for failing to provide adequate care and support.