Scandal in Vienna: Fake pharmacist sells drugs for years!
Vienna has caused a great shock after it was revealed that a man had claimed for years to be a pharmacist, despite not having the necessary qualifications. The person known as 'Mr. M.', who was identified by the media without mentioning his full name, built an impressive career based on a diploma believed to be forged from the University of Vienna dated 2018.
He introduced himself in professional magazines as a young and ambitious pharmacist holding six university degrees, working in three pharmacies at the same time. He did not stop there, but held prominent positions, including a board member in the "Apothekerkammer" (Chamber of Pharmacists in Austria), a member of "VAAÖ" (Association of Employed Pharmacists in Austria), and he was also the president of the "Austrian Young Pharmacists" organization.
In addition to his exhausting job, he owned a motorcycle workshop, passionately played the guitar, wrote for scientific magazines, and gave lectures to students. He claimed that he only slept three hours a day to accomplish all of this. However, this ideal structure collapsed suddenly.
"VAAÖ" expressed its deep shock after the withdrawal of the professional license from "Mr. M.", confirming that he is no longer entitled to work as a pharmacist or pharmaceutical expert, as he does not meet the required conditions. He was relieved of all his positions in related institutions. The University of Vienna informed the "Apothekerkammer" that the man did not complete his studies in pharmacy, despite his contrary claims. The forgery was only discovered after eight years.
"Apothekerkammer" reported that the decision to revoke the license was communicated to the man, and a personal meeting was held with him regarding this matter. It clarified that the reason for granting him the license previously was based on a forged document that the responsible employee did not notice was fake at the time.
The incident prompted the "Apothekerkammer" to review its cooperation with universities and examine verification mechanisms, possibly tightening them in the future. As for "Mr. M.", he has lost all his positions and is now facing legal investigations that could lead to a fine of up to 15,000 euros, in addition to charges of document forgery and fraud. Nevertheless, he is still presumed innocent until proven guilty.