IMSS Cooperates with Authorities After Nurse's Arrest in Culiacán for Alleged Drug Theft

The Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS) has confirmed the detention of an employee at its medical unit in Culiacán, Sinaloa, following the implementation of security protocols. The institution stated it is collaborating with relevant authorities to fully investigate the incident and ensure thorough follow-up.

The detained individual is a nurse, identified as Abel Elías “N,” aged 35, who was apprehended by federal agents as he left his shift on June 19. He was reportedly found in possession of four boxes of Tenecteplase, a specialized medication used to treat heart attacks. The alleged theft occurred from the hospital's pharmacy.

Following his detention, the nurse's information was entered into the federal registry of detentions. According to market prices, each box of Tenecteplase, containing a 50 mg ampoule and diluent syringe, is valued between 90,000 and 120,000 pesos in specialized pharmacies.

The IMSS emphasized that it is maintaining and strengthening its control and surveillance measures in accordance with established institutional protocols for its medical units. The institute urged both its personnel and the public to adhere to security measures and the principles outlined in its codes of conduct.