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Care Facility Held Criminally Liable | Amsterdam News
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In a devastating March 2025 incident in Nijmegen, Netherlands, a resident died from severe burns after a shower accident caused by dangerously hot water — a preventable tragedy linked to critical failures at the care facility. The Public Prosecution Service has now charged the institution itself with criminal negligence, citing systemic errors that directly led to the death. While individual caregivers won’t face charges, the case underscores the urgent need for accountability and safety in care homes — with legal proceedings now focused squarely on the facility’s responsibility.
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