Maccabi Netanya Cleared in Doping Investigation Over IV Drips
Translated & summarized from N12 by baba
The Football Association Prosecutor has closed an investigation into Maccabi Netanya regarding prohibited IV drips given to players. Prosecutor Adv. Gilad Bergman found no evidence to file charges, concluding the inquiry without indictment. The investigation examined player and staff testimony and documentation, finding IVs were administered according to protocol with permitted substances and within volume limits.
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- Maccabi Netanya has been cleared by the Football Association Prosecutor in an investigation into prohibited IV drips.
- Prosecutor Adv. Gilad Bergman found insufficient evidence to file charges against the club.
- The investigation examined testimony from club personnel and documentation.
- Evidence showed IV drips were administered by the team doctor following protocol with permitted substances.
- The volume of the drips did not exceed 100 ml, and receipts for this volume were presented.
The Football Association Prosecutor has closed the investigation into Maccabi Netanya concerning allegations of prohibited IV drips administered to players. The prosecutor, Adv. Gilad Bergman, determined that there was insufficient evidence to file charges against the club, known as the "Diamonds."
The investigation, conducted over recent months by the DMI investigation firm, examined testimony from management, coaching staff, and players, along with relevant documents. The findings did not uncover proof of illicit IV treatments.
Evidence gathered indicated that the IV drips were administered by the team's doctor following a structured protocol. This protocol detailed the substances used, which included permitted fluids and vitamins. The volume of each drip did not exceed 100 ml, and receipts for 100 ml drip bags were presented as part of the evidence.
Polygraph tests were also utilized to assess the credibility of testimonies. After reviewing all collected materials, the prosecutor concluded that there was no basis for an indictment, thereby concluding the inquiry without any legal proceedings against Maccabi Netanya.
