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NHS Tayside investigates data breach into Minnie Merriman medical records

NHS Tayside investigates data breach into Minnie Merriman medical records

Summary

NHS Tayside is investigating a possible data breach involving the medical records of nine-year-old Minnie Merriman, who died in Dundee after being found injured. A 35-year-old man known to Minnie is charged with her murder and remains in custody.

Key Facts

  • Minnie Merriman was nine years old and died at Ninewells Hospital in Dundee.
  • She was found seriously injured at an industrial estate in Arbroath.
  • A 35-year-old man known to Minnie has been charged with her murder.
  • NHS Tayside is investigating an alleged breach of Minnie’s medical records.
  • The breach happened in a clinical area where staff access patient information.
  • NHS Tayside will record the breach and may report it to the Information Commissioner’s Office.
  • Police are not looking for any other suspects related to Minnie’s death.
  • Minnie’s family has asked for privacy during this difficult time.
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