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Hospital Italiano Propofol Robbery Case Reopened
Criminal court in Argentina orders renewed investigation into alleged propofol theft at Hospital Italiano after dismissing trial move.
In brief
Criminal court in Argentina orders renewed investigation into alleged propofol theft at Hospital Italiano after dismissing trial move. Argentina's Court of Appeals has halted the trial of two doctors for alleged propofol theft at Hospital Italiano, ordering further investigation into the case. Originally reported by…
Court Dismisses Trial Move
Argentina's National Criminal Court overturned the decision to elevate the case against two doctors to trial.
Investigation Closely Monitored
The court found the initial investigation lacked sufficient evidence to conclude the case before the trial began.
Propofol Theft Case Details
The case involves alleged theft of propofol and medical supplies from Hospital Italiano for personal use after an anesthetist's death.
Doctors Processed for Fraud
Hernán Roberto Boveri, an anesthesiology resident, was charged with fraud for allegedly diverting propofol, while Delfina "Fini" Lanusse, a third-year resident, was charged as a secondary participant.
Court Ordered Further Investigation
The court ordered the case to be reopened with additional evidence, including phone records and medical procedures from January 2025 to February 2026.
Case Continues After Court Decision
The case remains active with further investigation required to determine if the doctors diverted propofol for personal use.
The takeaway
Argentina's Court of Appeals has halted the trial of two doctors for alleged propofol theft at Hospital Italiano, ordering further investigation into the case.
