Medical Practice Vandalism

SOURCE www.thesmokinggun.com
Dr. Giovanni Baula, a 59-year-old internist, soaked a medical practice's front doors in gallons of urine after a business dispute with the new owner. He was arrested and charged with felony criminal mischief.

Key Points

  • Dr. Giovanni Baula soaked the front doors of a medical practice in gallons of fluid with the odor of urine.
  • Surveillance cameras recorded Baula and his vehicle during both incidents.
  • The urine attacks caused irreparable damage to the front doors and resulted in $6000 in losses for the medical practice.
  • Baula was arrested and charged with felony criminal mischief.
  • In 2003, Baula was reprimanded by the Board of Medicine for improper prescription practices.
  • Baula's medical license is active and lists his home as the primary practice address.

Cons

  • Damage to property
  • Losses incurred by the medical practice