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Crimea Opens Criminal Case in Newborn’s Death at Simferopol Perinatal Center

A criminal inquiry follows a mother’s public allegation of negligence at the Semashko facility.

Overview

  • The regional Investigative Committee said the case was initiated after a social media post in which the mother accused medical staff of negligent actions.
  • Prosecutor of Crimea Oleg Kamshilov placed the investigation under personal oversight, according to the prosecutor’s office.
  • Investigators are reviewing medical documentation and have ordered a forensic medical examination to establish the circumstances of death.
  • Roszdravnadzor’s territorial office separately announced an inspection of the incident at the Semashko perinatal center.
  • Media reports say the baby died two days after birth, with Telegram channel Baza alleging sepsis as the cause, a claim not confirmed by authorities.