Statement of Andrew Jane for Lake Alice Child and Adolescent Unit Hearing 24 June 2021
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At the time of hearing Andrew Jane was 57 years old and is a survivor of the Lake Alice Child and Adolescent Unit. He spent time in a number of boys’ homes growing up. He was sent to Lake Alice Child and Adolescent Unit in 1976 after being caught running away from Holdsworth, although he was never formally admitted to Lake Alice. Mr Jane gave evidence about the abuse he suffered at Lake Alice and the lasting impacts that has had on his life, such as post-traumatic stress disorder.