When a resident at a care facility spat on a staff member, the staff member responded by spitting back. The incident is now being investigated.

The incident occurred at a facility in Upplands-Bro in mid-February and is described in an incident report.

The report states: “An agitated resident spat on a staff member, who then spat back.”

According to reports, discussions have been held with staff who confirmed the incident. The staff member involved has been suspended while the municipality conducts its investigation into the matter.

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