He CONFESSED – Twisted Fantasy Turned REALITY!

At a Glance

Anesthesiologist Paul Giacopelli has admitted to drugging and sexually abusing his nanny.
The nanny suspected foul play and installed a surveillance camera that captured the assaults.
Giacopelli pleaded guilty to charges, and his medical license has been revoked.
He is expected to serve a four-year state prison sentence.

The Admission and Immediate Actions

Paul Giacopelli, an anesthesiologist from Upstate New York, pleaded guilty to drugging and sexually abusing his children’s nanny. He was indicted by a grand jury in March and arrested in December. The 60-year-old doctor confessed to having a “chloroform fetish” and drugging the nanny with Sevoflurane, a powerful anesthetic. His medical credentials have been revoked, and he is expected to serve a four-year state prison sentence.

Surveillance Footage as Crucial Evidence

The nanny, becoming suspicious after multiple occasions of blacking out, installed a hidden camera in the residence. The camera captured Giacopelli’s assaults, leading to his questioning and eventual arrest by the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office. Law enforcement also found dangerous substances like Fentanyl in his home. The nanny’s proactive measures led to crucial evidence for law enforcement.

An anesthesiologist with a "chloroform fetish" pled guilty to drugging and sexually assaulting his family's nanny while she stayed in his home.https://t.co/RBh3SJuR99

— Local 12/WKRC-TV (@Local12) August 25, 2024

Impact on the Medical Community

Giacopelli, the former chief anesthesiologist at Putnam County Hospital, exploited his professional authority within his home. His actions have sparked a call for more stringent safeguarding measures and psychological evaluations to protect vulnerable individuals entrusted to caregivers. Giacopelli’s case is a glaring example of how professional skills can be misused, prompting discussions about regulatory reforms.

Putnam District Attorney Robert Tendy praised the victim’s courage and the Sheriff’s Department’s work. He also highlighted the importance of Assistant District Attorney Melissa Lynch’s efforts in the case. “[B]ut I’m mostly proud of the victim’s courage in going through this process which led to the defendant’s arrest and conviction,” he said.

NY anesthesiologist with ‘chloroform fetish’ convicted of drugging, sexually assaulting kids’ nanny https://t.co/OnKG4uUgtO pic.twitter.com/VVhkdTIQqJ

— New York Post (@nypost) August 25, 2024

Sentencing and Final Thoughts

Giacopelli is scheduled to be sentenced on November 20. His actions have caused a significant breach of trust and a sense of security in his home setting. Investigator Keith Simone testified that Giacopelli confessed to his “chloroform fetish” and purposefully targeted the victim for being a “heavy sleeper.” He also admitted to stealing drugs from the hospital to use in these criminal acts.

This case highlights the critical need for implementing policies that ensure the safety and well-being of individuals in vulnerable positions. Stricter regulatory oversight in both professional and personal spheres is essential to prevent such predatory behaviors from taking root again in the future.