Key takeaways:
- Abbott Laboratories is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice.
- The investigation follows the closure of a baby-formula plant in Sturgis, Michigan, due to illnesses reported by consumers.
- Abbott is cooperating with the Justice Department, and the outcome of the investigation is yet to be determined.
Abbott Laboratories, a healthcare company, is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice, the company confirmed Friday. The investigation comes almost a year after the company shut down a baby-formula plant in Sturgis, Michigan, due to illnesses reported by consumers.
The closure of the factory in February 2022 caused a nationwide baby formula shortage, forcing parents to seek formula from food banks, friends, and doctor’s offices. The Wall Street Journal first reported the investigation, citing people familiar with the matter.
Abbott spokesperson Scott Stoffel said in an email statement that the Justice Department has informed Abbott of its investigation and the company is “cooperating fully.” The company did not specify what aspect of the company is under Justice Department scrutiny.
The investigation is a reminder of the importance of safe and reliable baby formula. The shortage of baby formula last year caused significant disruption for parents, and the Justice Department is now looking into the cause of the contamination. It is unclear what the outcome of the investigation will be, but Abbott is cooperating with the Justice Department.
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