Overview
- Police say the midazolam and propofol used on the two girls were traced to the Hospital de Manises pharmacy and were allegedly removed by the anesthesiologist.
- Investigators’ main hypothesis points to severe infection from tainted propofol, with confirmation pending microbiological analyses by the National Institute of Toxicology.
- The 6-year-old died after deterioration consistent with septic shock, while the 4-year-old survived after her mother took her directly to Hospital de la Ribera despite advice to wait.
- The anesthesiologist has been questioned and provisionally released under measures after arrest on suspected homicide by negligence, injuries, drug theft, and failure to render assistance.
- Authorities report the clinic lacked authorization for intravenous sedation, private centers have removed the doctor’s references online, and inspections at the public hospital are expected to review drug custody controls.