An Aboriginal woman in her early 30s was pepper-sprayed during a self-harm incident at a prison, sparking a damning review that found staff treated it like a security threat—not a medical emergency. She wasn’t seen by a doctor until the next day, denied cultural events like NAIDOC, and placed in solitary confinement for 28 days. The inspector called out systemic failures, urging a ban on chemical agents and stronger therapeutic responses, stressing that cultural connection is vital for mental wellbeing in custody.

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