Overview

• The 42-year-old is accused of stealing morphine and piritramid and disguising the theft by relabeling ampoules with adrenaline and naloxone.
• Investigators say 33 vials labeled as piritramid contained adrenaline, six were administered to patients without life-threatening consequences.
• Ampoules labeled as morphine but filled with naloxone were not used, and 27 adulterated vials remained unused.
• The presiding judge warned the case could erode public confidence in hospital care, highlighting concerns over medication controls.
• The defense said the defendant will make a statement at the next hearing, with five more trial days scheduled and a possible verdict by late September.