Sofia, bulgaria – A physician and his wife are in custody following a raid Wednesday evening linked to the alleged illegal recording and distribution of patient medical procedures. the Sofia Metropolitan police Directorate and the General Directorate for Combating Organized Crime executed search warrants at multiple locations, including private medical offices, raising meaningful concerns about the security of sensitive health data [[2]]. prosecutors are investigating the scope of the distribution, which reportedly occurred via a website, and the potential breach of patient privacy laws in the capital city [[3]].
A gynecologist and his wife were detained Wednesday evening following a joint operation by the Sofia Metropolitan Police Directorate and the General Directorate for Combating Organized Crime, authorities confirmed.
Prosecutors have launched an investigation that included searches of eight locations in the capital city, including private gynecology offices. Evidence was seized during the operation, and investigators discovered a surveillance camera at one of the locations.
The investigation revealed the distribution of video files depicting medical procedures recorded in the doctor’s offices through a website. The case underscores growing concerns about patient privacy and data security within the healthcare system.
Authorities have not released the names of the individuals detained, but identified the man as Dr. Venelin Ivanov. The investigation remains ongoing, and further details are expected to be released as they become available.
