Stina Wangqvist, a 48-year-old yoga teacher and osteopath, has had her medical license suspended by New South Wales' Osteopathy Board following charges of producing child abuse material and sexually abusing an animal. The board stated the suspension was necessary "to protect the health and safety of the public" and maintain community confidence in the osteopathy profession.
Charges and Arrest
Wangqvist was arrested last month alongside fellow Byron Bay resident Tore Milazzo, 48. According to the Daily Mail, Milazzo allegedly "used his own dog for sexual gratification." Wangqvist faces one count each of producing child abuse material, committing animal sexual abuse, and possessing animal sexual abuse material. Milazzo faces nine charges, including producing and possessing child abuse material, sexually touching an animal, two counts of possessing a prohibited drug, and failing to comply with approved firearm storage requirements.
Bail Conditions
Both individuals have been granted bail with strict conditions, as reported by the Australian Daily Telegraph. Wangqvist must report daily to the Ballina police station, is banned from all social media, and has surrendered her passport. Milazzo must report daily to police, is banned from possessing animals, and cannot own more than one mobile phone service or SIM card.
Court Appearances
Milazzo's case is scheduled to return to Byron Bay Local Court on August 3, while Wangqvist will appear at Ballina Court on August 20. The Osteopathy Board declined further comment due to confidentiality obligations under the law.
