Italy’s government has denounced the “irresponsible conduct” of those tasked with ensuring the security of synthetic opioids after 80 vials of fentanyl were stolen from a hospital in Rome.
The stolen vials were enough to prepare up to 20,000 doses for illicit consumption, according to a government statement. The Health Ministry has ordered an inspection of the hospital to determine any responsibilities.
Government Undersecretary Alfredo Mantovano chaired an emergency meeting on Friday over the issue at the government headquarters. Police units specializing in healthcare-related offenses have been tasked with the investigations.
In 2024, the government presented a plan to fight the abuse of fentanyl, which is blamed for tens of thousands of overdose deaths each year around the world.
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