Family of man who died in custody sues Victorian government over alleged mental health failures

Government yet to commit to review of mental health services for inmates with psychiatric conditions despite coroner’s recommendations

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The sister of a man who died in custody is suing the Victorian government, claiming that it is liable for the actions of a private provider of prison mental health services which she says failed to keep him safe from risks of self-harm.

Nazer Vukovic died by suicide in 2016 after two previous attempts. His family were not told about his other attempts until after he died.

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