The Ottumwa Courier newspaper reported that the attacks, which occurred at the Ottumwa Regional Health Center, were discovered during the investigation into the death of Devin Michael Caraccio, 27, of Centerville, who worked at the Ottumwa Courier. the hospital.
Police said the autopsy report concluded Caraccio had died of an accidental overdose in hospital on October 15, 2022.
In the course of separate investigations into his death, police and the hospital found video recordings and photos on Caraccio’s personal cellphone, which showed he was sexually assaulting patients Between 2021 and 2022, Ottumwa Police and a hospital spokeswoman said in a statement released on Tuesday.
Jason Bell, a lieutenant with the Ottumwa police, said five of the nine victims have been identified and detectives are trying to identify the others.
Occurred assaults While the patients were drugged or unconscious, police believed Caraccio was acting alone.
“There are no words to describe the extent of shock and horror we feel at Mr. Caracho’s actions,” said Kara Close, director of human resources at the hospital. “Our hearts go out to all those affected by these heinous acts”.
Kara added that the hospital has made many changes to its internal controls andSecurity measuresHe will work to ensure a safe environment for patients, service providers and staff.
Kara confirmed that:One person’s actions do not reflect the care and compassion of our employees, we are committed to supporting and developing the vital work they do every day on behalf of this community and patients“.
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The Ottumwa Courier newspaper reported that the attacks, which occurred at the Ottumwa Regional Health Center, were discovered during the investigation into the death of Devin Michael Caraccio, 27, of Centerville, who worked at the Ottumwa Courier. the hospital.
Police said the autopsy report concluded Caraccio had died of an accidental overdose in hospital on October 15, 2022.
In the course of separate investigations into his death, police and the hospital found video recordings and photos on Caraccio’s personal cellphone, which showed he was sexually assaulting patients Between 2021 and 2022, Ottumwa Police and a hospital spokeswoman said in a statement released on Tuesday.
Jason Bell, a lieutenant with the Ottumwa police, said five of the nine victims have been identified and detectives are trying to identify the others.
Occurred assaults While the patients were drugged or unconscious, police believed Caraccio was acting alone.
“There are no words to describe the extent of shock and horror we feel at Mr. Caracho’s actions,” said Kara Close, director of human resources at the hospital. “Our hearts go out to all those affected by these heinous acts”.
Kara added that the hospital has made many changes to its internal controls andSecurity measuresHe will work to ensure a safe environment for patients, service providers and staff.
Kara confirmed that:One person’s actions do not reflect the care and compassion of our employees, we are committed to supporting and developing the vital work they do every day on behalf of this community and patients“.
