First Use of 3D-Printed 'Suicide Pod' Leads to Arrests in Switzerland

The Sarco device, designed by pro-euthanasia activist Philip Nitschke, was used by a 64-year-old American woman, prompting legal scrutiny.

The Sarco pod, a 3D-printed device designed for assisted suicide, was used for the first time by a 64-year-old American woman in Switzerland.
The Sarco operates by filling the chamber with nitrogen gas, causing the user to lose consciousness and die peacefully without the need for medical intervention.
Several individuals, including members of Exit International's Swiss affiliate, The Last Resort, were arrested for their involvement in the assisted suicide.
Swiss authorities are investigating the legality of the Sarco pod, which is not classified as a medical device under Swiss law.
Previous allegations surfaced against The Last Resort, accusing them of exploiting vulnerable individuals for publicity and financial gain.