The Civil Police in Brazil have indicted four individuals associated with a private clinic for the illegal diversion of an X-ray machine from a public maternity hospital in Matinhos, Paraná. This device was discovered during an investigation that commenced after reports surfaced of its unauthorized removal from the Maternity Nossa Senhora dos Navegantes, where it had been donated by the government in 2011, valued at R$ 100,000.

Following these allegations, the police uncovered a broader scheme consisting of two main criminal activities: the misappropriation of public assets and fraud in bidding procedures. As the investigation evolved, authorities were able to conduct an operation in January 2025 that successfully recovered the stolen X-ray machine, shedding light on the involvement of the listed owners of Maxi Clinic.

The owners of Maxi Clinic are facing serious charges, including peculate (misappropriation of public property) and hiring officials, indicating a significant breach of trust and legality within health services. This case highlights the ongoing issues of corruption and misuse of public resources in Brazil's healthcare system, raising concerns over accountability and equitable health service delivery.