Texas jail probes HIV exposure after insulin contamination affects Edward Norton

A Texas jail is investigating a serious medical error after a nurse allegedly contaminated diabetic medication. The mistake may have exposed multiple inmates, including Edward Norton, to HIV. Officials have since taken steps to prevent infection among those affected.

The incident occurred when a nurse reportedly reused the same vial of insulin on an HIV-positive inmate before administering it to others. Edward Norton, a diabetic prisoner, was among those given the potentially contaminated medication. His wife, Penelope Norton, confirmed that her husband and around a dozen other inmates may have been exposed.

Jail officials responded by providing post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), a 28-day antiviral treatment designed to prevent HIV infection after exposure. Edward Norton received the medication but now refuses to take insulin from the facility, fearing further risk. His wife has also raised concerns about possible retaliation against her husband by jail staff.

The exact number of affected inmates remains unclear, but authorities are reviewing the incident to determine the full extent of the exposure.

The jail has not released further details about the nurse's actions or the ongoing investigation. Inmates who received PEP will continue treatment while officials assess the situation. The case highlights concerns over medical protocols and safety in correctional facilities.