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Poland Opens Probe After Woman, 42, Reportedly Confined for 27 Years Found Critically Ill

Prosecutors launched an inquiry after police triggered emergency care during a July visit prompted by neighbours’ report of a disturbance.

Overview

  • Police went to an apartment block in Świętochłowice in July after neighbours reported a disturbance, according to Deputy Inspector Anna Hryniak’s account to Fakt.
  • Officers spoke with the woman, noticed leg injuries, and called an ambulance, leading to her hospital admission.
  • Local fundraiser organizers say doctors judged she was days from death due to infection, and reports state she has remained in critical condition for two months.
  • The woman, identified as Mirrella or Mirella in reports, is said to have lacked an ID and never received routine medical or dental care, claims now under review.
  • Prosecutor Agnieszka Kwatera confirmed an investigation is open as the case gains national attention and community members raise funds for treatment.