After the suspicious deaths of two patients in the Kirchdorf clinic, an expert must now investigate the medication administered by a doctor. The accused doctor himself has not yet been questioned.
The suspicious deaths of two patients at the hospital in Kirchdorf continue to worry investigators. As reported, a doctor – who was immediately fired after the allegations became known – is suspected of killing a man in his 90s and a patient in his mid-60s by overdosing on morphine “Vendal”. “We will appoint an expert who will check whether the type of drug and the dose were professional and appropriate,” Andreas Pechatschek, spokesman for the Steyr Public Prosecutor’s Office, told the “Krone”.
The investigating authority had previously ordered a toxicological report, among other things. “That will certainly take five to six weeks,” says Pechatschek.
Up to three years in prison
In the meantime, the investigation into the matter is ongoing. It is unlikely that the doctor himself has commented yet. “The suspect would like to consult his lawyer before being questioned; that is his right,” said Pechatschek. The holidays have also contributed to the fact that survey results are still not available.
The Public Prosecution Service is investigating the doctor on suspicion of murder by gross negligence. This carries a prison sentence of up to three years – the presumption of innocence applies.
Source: Krone
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