November 27th 2024.
A woman named Alicia Schiller, who was convicted of murder for fatally stabbing a mother of three over a dispute about $50, has recently been granted release from a Victorian prison in order to undergo IVF treatment. This decision was made by the Allan government, citing a 2010 Supreme Court ruling that allows prisoners to access fertility treatment while serving their sentence.
Schiller, who is currently serving a 16-year sentence for the drug-fuelled killing of her roommate, Tyrelle Evertsen-Mostert, will be leaving the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre to receive the IVF treatment. She has been given special permission to do so in hopes of conceiving another child.
While the government has stated that prisoners must privately fund their own care, including transportation and escort costs, there has been some pushback from Shadow Corrections Minister Brad Battin. He believes that Schiller, who is still serving a lengthy sentence for murder, should not be seen as a suitable mother.
In response to this, Victorian Corrections Minister Enver Erdogan has raised concerns about the access to health services in prison and the ethical implications of providing such care to prisoners. The Victims of Crime Commissioner has declined to comment on the matter.
As this decision continues to spark debate and controversy, it is important to remember that the welfare and well-being of all individuals, including prisoners, should be taken into consideration when making decisions about their access to medical care. To stay updated on this and other news, be sure to download the 9News app for all the latest updates on breaking news, sports, politics, and weather. It's available for both Apple and Android devices.
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