Army Anesthesiologist Pleads Guilty to Sexual Misconduct Against Patients
Major Michael Stockin faces nearly 14 years in prison after pleading guilty to sexual misconduct involving 41 patients at a military medical facility.
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Maj. Michael Stockin, an Army anesthesiologist, pleaded guilty to 41 charges of sexual misconduct involving dozens of patients. The case, one of the largest in military history, implicates systemic failures in oversight, prompting calls for accountability from the Army. Stockin's guilty plea includes 36 counts of abusive sexual contact and five counts of indecent viewing. Victims are seeking $5 million in damages through Federal Tort Claims Act complaints, arguing negligence by the Army contributed to the abuse. Sentencing for Stockin is pending, as victims prepare impact statements.
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