"Endangerment of the child's welfare"

Surgery scandal involving 13-year-old becomes case for youth welfare office

The underage daughter of a neurosurgeon allegedly drilled open the head of patient Gregor R. during an emergency operation at Graz University Hospital. In addition to grievous bodily harm, there are now also charges of endangering the welfare of a child. Further dismissals could also be imposed.

The penalty for grievous bodily harm is up to five years' imprisonment. According to lawyer Peter Freiberger, this is exactly what is at stake. He is representing Gregor R., who underwent emergency surgery at Graz University Hospital on 13 January 2024 following a forestry accident. The 13-year-old daughter of a neurosurgeon is said to have drilled into his skull - we reported on this on Sunday.