The unidentified man, 50, wore a silicone arm in Bielle, in northern Italy, and when he was found out he begged the health worker to turn a blind eye. Italy is bringing in tough restrictions for unvaccinated people from December 6
An anti-vaxxer tried to use a fake arm to get his Covid jab so that he could use a vaccine passport as restrictions tighten.
The unidentified man, 50, wore a silicone arm to his vaccine appointment in Bielle, in northern Italy.
The health worker immediately became suspicious after touching the silicone and asked him to take off his shirt.
When it became clear the arm was fake, the man begged the worker to turn a blind eye, local media reports.
He was reported to the healthcare authorities, where he could possibly face charges.
Before unveiling his fake arm, he had been interviewed about his health and signed a consent form in front of the doctor.
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