Source: https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/plastic-surgeon-charged-death-wife-cardiac-arrest-worked-111222972

Plastic Surgeon Charged in Death of Wife Who Died During Surgery

A plastic surgeon in New Jersey has been charged with manslaughter in the death of his wife, who died during surgery in their home. The surgeon, Dr. James Kauffman, allegedly performed a procedure on his wife, April Kauffman, while she was experiencing cardiac arrest, and then failed to call for emergency medical help. The medical examiner ruled April Kauffman's death a homicide. Dr. Kauffman faces multiple charges, including manslaughter, aggravated assault, and tampering with evidence. The charges stem from a 2012 incident. The case has been under investigation for several years. A grand jury indicted Dr. Kauffman in April 2023. Dr. Kauffman has pleaded not guilty to the charges. The case is still ongoing. The details surrounding the incident and the circumstances leading to April Kauffman's death are still being investigated.

Summary

"The case is ongoing and will be determined in a court of law."

Updated at: 06.20.2024