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The Trento Prosecutor’s Office calls for severe penalties for those responsible for hospital abuse.

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Posted on 29 November 2024 at 15: 05

The request for conviction

The Trento Public Prosecutor’s Office, through Public Prosecutor Maria Colpani, has requested the conviction of the former head of the obstetrics and gynecology department, Saverio Tateo, and his deputy, Liliana Mereu. Both are accused of mistreatment in complicity and continuation, a crime that, if confirmed, could have serious repercussions on their careers and reputations. The proposed sentence is four years, six months and twenty days, calculated on the basis of the seriousness of the charges and the aggravating circumstances.

The reasons of the Prosecutor’s Office

During the hearing, the preliminary hearing judge Marco Tamburrino listened to the arguments of the prosecution, which emphasized the need for a firm response from the justice system. The request for punishment was drawn up taking into account the current legislation, which provides for a maximum of six years and four months for the crimes contested. However, thanks to the abbreviated procedure, a reduction of one third was applied, thus bringing the request to a more modest, but still significant, figure.

The consequences for the health system

This case raises important questions about the safety and well-being of patients in healthcare settings. Abuse in a sensitive setting such as hospitals not only harms victims, but also undermines public trust in the healthcare system. It is essential that institutions take appropriate measures to prevent such abuse and ensure that healthcare professionals operate in a respectful and safe environment. The community eagerly awaits the outcome of this trial, which could be a turning point in the fight against healthcare abuse.