A man in his 40s was found dead in Kronoberg Remand Prison in Stockholm on Wednesday morning. The circumstances surrounding his death are currently unclear. An internal investigation has been launched to determine the cause of death and whether any procedures were violated.
According to the Swedish Prison and Probation Service, the man was alone in his cell when staff discovered him lifeless. Attempts to resuscitate him were unsuccessful.
The Swedish Police Authority is now handling the investigation, standard procedure when a death occurs in custody. Kronoberg’s high-security prison often houses individuals awaiting trial or sentencing.
The man’s relatives have been informed about his death, and victim support services have been offered to assist them during this difficult time.
The incident has raised concerns about safety and care within the Swedish prison system, notably regarding the mental health support provided to inmates.
More details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
Original source: https://www.mitti.se/nyheter/man-hittad-dod-i-kronobergshaktet-6.3.347381.5e4848b363