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Death of teenager at intensive psychiatric care unit ruled as unlawful killing
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August 15, 2025
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2:49Now PlayingA 14-year-old girl was unlawfully killed while she was a patient on a children’s psychiatric ward, an inquest has concluded.
Ruth Szymankiewicz died on 14 February 2022 after self-harming at Huntercombe Hospital in Berkshire, while she was supposed to be under constant supervision.
Anyone feeling emotionally distressed or suicidal can call Samaritans for help on 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org in the UK. In the US, call the Samaritans branch in your area or 1 (800) 273-TALK.
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