China expresses ‘grave concern’ as internal documents reveal suicide warning before death in Melbourne immigration detention
A Chinese national died by suicide in a Melbourne immigration detention center managed by Secure Journeys, a subsidiary of the US-based MTC. Internal documents reveal the company was warned of her suicidal ideation less than 24 hours before her death, prompting diplomatic concern from China.
Why it matters
The incident raises serious questions about the oversight of private contractors in Australia's immigration system and the adequacy of mental health support for detainees.
A Chinese national took her own life in a centre run by Secure Journeys, an Australian subsidiary of US-based prison multinational MTC. Illustration: Victoria Hart/Guardian design A Chinese national took her own life in a centre run by Secure Journeys, an Australian subsidiary of US-based prison multinational MTC. Illustration: Victoria Hart/Guardian design Australian immigration and asylum China expresses ‘grave concern’ as internal documents reveal suicide warning before death in Melbourne immigration detention Exclusive: Serious questions raised about whether Chinese citizen was properly monitored at centre run by US prison giant
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Prefer the Guardian on Google The US private prison company running Australia’s immigration system was warned that a newly detained Chinese citizen expressed suicidal ideation and had a history of self-harm less than 24 hours before she died by suicide in a Melbourne detention centre, internal documents show.
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