Prison service changes routines after woman gives birth in restraints

The Swedish Prison and Probation Service is changing its procedures after a woman was forced to give birth while in restraints during a medical abortion in Malmö in September. The agency has acknowledged the handling was completely wrong. The woman was shackled with a waist belt while delivering a stillborn fetus during the procedure. Unit manager Fredrik Thorell stated the agency is investigating why this occurred, noting they lack all details but recognize the incident was mishandled. According to Aftonbladet, the event has sparked strong reactions within the agency. Thorell confirmed that routine changes have already begun despite the investigation being incomplete, with measures being taken to prevent similar incidents from recurring.