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After 31 Years in Psychiatric Clinic, Steven van C. Allowed Back on Streets: Immediately Seeks Out Mother-in-Law with a Knife
Steven van C., a 57-year-old former tbs patient from Almere, is suspected of stabbing his ex-mother-in-law in Utrecht after being released from a psychiatric clinic following 31 years of involuntary treatment. Although he was under electronic monitoring and subject to strict supervision, he allegedly attacked her at her home in Overvecht, causing serious injuries. The incident occurred shortly after his treatment plan faced challenges, including drug use triggers and a brief return to the clinic for a time-out. The Public Prosecution Service in Utrecht is prosecuting him for attempted murder or manslaughter, with court proceedings scheduled for December. Investigators are currently examining evidence, including phone data from the victim’s daughter, to determine if there was prior threatening language that would distinguish between attempted murder and manslaughter charges.
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