Theft at La Paz Gastroenterology Institute affects CT scanner operation
Thieves stole two CPUs and a projector from the Gastroenterology Institute of La Paz. The Health Minister warns of risk to patients needing medical examinations.
Equipment stolen from Gastroenterology Institute could affect patients
According to laoctavabo.com, Health Minister Marcela Flores reported on Monday 19 October the theft of equipment from the Gastroenterology Institute of La Paz. The stolen goods include two central processing units (CPUs) and a projector. One of the CPUs contains specialised software essential for the operation of the institute's CT scanner, which could prevent patients who need it from undergoing medical examinations.
Colonel Celin Salas, National Director of the Special Force to Combat Crime (FELCC), reported that the investigation began with a review of security camera footage from the institute. Police personnel also took statements from the two security guards who were on duty during the night of the incident.
Preliminarily, it is estimated that the theft occurred between 23:00 on Sunday and 01:00 on Monday. The Police are working to identify those responsible and recover the equipment. Salas committed to resolving the case in the shortest time possible.
Source: Google News BO — La Paz