UT Veterinary Hospital employee arrested for stealing, taking fentanyl while at work

What This Story Is About

  • An employee from UTMVC, 41-year-old Alison Klafehn, was arrested and charged with theft after stealing and taking fentanyl from the facility.

Why It Matters

  • According to a statement from UT, another employee noticed inconsistencies and reported Klafehn’s actions, which prompted the police to come.
  • UT officials say an investigation is taking place and Klafehn has since been terminated.

For Context

  • Police were called to UTMVC on Monday, where they questioned and arrested Klafehn.

Catch Up

  • UTMVC is a campus facility that treats animals and administers medication.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – A UT Veterinary Hospital employee is facing theft charges after she was caught stealing multiple vials of fentanyl while at work, according to court records.

It happened on Monday, July 27 around 8:00 a.m. at UTMVC.

41-year-old Alison Klafehn was arrested while at work after being accused of stealing and taking fentanyl on multiple different occasions…

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