The inquest into the fatal stabbings by Joel Cauchi revealed a stark contrast between his mental health treatment and his actions. Nurse RN2, who treated him, described him as compliant and diligent in managing his schizophrenia and OCD. Despite his regular engagement and apparent insight into his illness, Cauchi's violent outburst shocked his caregivers and the public. The court is examining the circumstances around his treatment, especially his withdrawal from psychotropic medication prior to the incident, raising questions about mental health management and public safety.
"I looked it up and then I vomited when I saw it was him, she told the court. It's odd, it's incongruent with what I know of Joel."
"He was never even late for appointments and there was no having to chase him up, he was very compliant."
"I actually thought he was relatively insightful and he was also concerned about his illness in that he was quite diligent in monitoring for signs of relapse."
"It's odd, it's incongruent with what I know of Joel. It really doesn't make any sense. I was incredibly shocked."
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