An Ohio woman files a lawsuit against a hospital and police after being arrested following a miscarriage, raising serious legal concerns.
Warren: Brittany Watts, an Ohio woman, is making headlines after suing a hospital and police. She was arrested for abuse of a corpse following her miscarriage. Brittany claims that medical staff and a police officer conspired against her, leading to the charges.
This whole situation started back in September 2023 when Brittany, about 21 weeks pregnant, went to the hospital due to pain and bleeding. Instead of getting the help she needed, she alleges that she was left without proper care. After a tough night, she ended up miscarrying at home.
Things took a turn when a nurse at the hospital called the police, claiming Brittany had given birth at home and didn’t want the baby. This led to a police officer interrogating her while she was still recovering in bed. The officer reportedly twisted the facts to make it seem like a crime had occurred.
In early October, Brittany was arrested for felony abuse of a corpse, which could have meant serious jail time. Thankfully, a grand jury later decided not to indict her, saying she hadn’t broken any laws. Now, she’s seeking damages for the trauma and the way she was treated.
Her attorney pointed out that this case highlights the troubling implications of recent changes in abortion laws. Brittany never sought an abortion, but the fallout from those laws affected how her situation was viewed.
While the hospital and police have declined to comment on the ongoing lawsuit, Brittany is determined to fight back. The whole ordeal has been overwhelming for her, but it’s also inspired her to pursue a career in nursing. She wants to ensure that others receive the compassionate care she felt she was denied.
