A San Mateo County inmate, Brian Eduardo Siordia, is suing the Sheriff's Office after receiving methadone instead of melatonin, which allegedly caused him to overdose. Siordia was in custody on drug charges when the incident occurred on April 24, 2024. The lawsuit details severe health consequences, including discolored skin and low vital signs, due to improper medication. The lawsuit raises concerns about medication errors in correctional facilities and highlights the risks faced by inmates regarding health care. These events followed Siordia's prior arrest for drug possession and related offenses, adding complexity to his legal situation.
The lawsuit claims that deputies mistakenly administered methadone instead of prescribed melatonin, resulting in an overdose that left Siordia unresponsive, highlighting critical medical negligence.
Siordia's experience sheds light on potential systemic issues within correctional health services—errors in medication administration can have dire consequences for inmate health and safety.
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