Utica medical provider arrested after patient reports inappropriate exam and messages
Utica, NY — A visit to a medical office led to a criminal charge after a patient reported an examination they believed was unnecessary, followed by direct messages from the provider that raised further concern.
The report was made to the Utica Police Department on March 16, 2026, when the individual described an encounter during an appointment for an unrelated issue. According to the complaint, the provider conducted an invasive physical examination that the patient later questioned and abruptly ended before leaving the office.
After the appointment, the patient reported receiving multiple text messages from the provider. Investigators said the nature of those communications contributed to concerns about whether the examination had a legitimate medical purpose.
The case was assigned to the department’s Criminal Investigations Division, where detectives reviewed both the reported procedure and the communications.
Authorities determined the allegations met the threshold for criminal charges.
On March 30, 2026, investigators located the provider, identified as 57-year-old Viktor Petrovets of Utica, at his office on Trenton Avenue. He was taken into custody and transported to police headquarters.
Petrovets was charged with forcible touching.
Officials said the investigation remains ongoing and are asking anyone with additional information or similar experiences to contact the Criminal Investigations Division at 315-223-3510.
Key Points
- Utica medical provider charged with forcible touching after patient complaint
- Investigation included review of messages and reported examination
- Police seeking additional information as case remains active
