Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein has tested corona positive for the second time. He is closely monitored after falling sick in prison. According to the report of people magazine, the film producer is being monitored with a high fever and has been tested for covid-19 following possible exposure. A statement has been issued by the representative by the produced was found guilty of rape and sexual assault earlier in 2020, and sentenced to 23 years in prison, which he is currently serving.

A statement issued by representatives for Harvey said “has a fever and is being closely monitored by the excellent medical staff at Wende CF for which the entire legal defence team is grateful.” The statement further said, “It should come as no surprise that Mr Weinstein has numerous maladies and conditions including a heart condition, high blood pressure and spinal stenosis. Talking about the proper treatment of the producer the statement continues,  “We are working with the NYSDOCCS and the excellent team at Wende CF to ensure Mr Weinstein receives the proper medical attention he needs.”

let us tell you that The 68-year-old disgraced film producer was tested for COVID on November 17 and was reportedly placed in isolation for 72 hours. News of Harvey‘s illness comes after he tested positive for coronavirus back in March, right after he started his prison sentence at the Wende Correctional Facility. 

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