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Prison Staff Member Accused of Illegally Dispensing Controlled Substances

Prison Administration's medical department employee arrested in May by Internal Security Bureau (IDB) for alleged unauthorized distribution of narcotic and psychotropic drugs.

Suspected prison staff member caught dispensing illicit drugs
Suspected prison staff member caught dispensing illicit drugs

Prison Staff Member Accused of Illegally Dispensing Controlled Substances

In a recent development, an employee of an undisclosed institution has been detained by the authorities on suspicion of repeatedly issuing special prescriptions for medications containing narcotics or psychotropic substances. The Internal Security Bureau, the agency responsible for the investigation, has declined to provide any further details about the ongoing probe.

The detained individual is currently in custody as a security measure. During the search, cash exceeding EUR 10,000 was found and seized. In addition, medicines potentially containing narcotic or psychotropic substances were also discovered and confiscated from the detained person.

Despite the ongoing investigation, the identity of the employee has not been disclosed to the public. The authorities have chosen to withhold this information for the time being, citing the need to protect the integrity of the investigation and the rights of those involved.

This case serves as a reminder of the seriousness with which authorities treat the illegal distribution of controlled substances. The investigation is ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available. It is crucial to uphold the integrity of our healthcare system and ensure that all procedures are followed legitimately and ethically.

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