Kari, a man without a home and in chronic ill health, has described appalling conditions at the emergency accommodation he was directed to. Despite being sober, he found the facility openly used for drug consumption and littered with hazardous waste like used syringes and bodily fluids. Kari, whose name has been changed for privacy, expressed frustration at being placed in an unsafe environment despite his own sobriety and health concerns. He labels the situation as “insane.” The case highlights potential failures in providing safe and appropriate housing for vulnerable individuals experiencing homelessness. Iltalehti has verified Kari’s identity despite the name change. This situation raises questions about the screening processes and safety standards within emergency housing systems.