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Hospital Attack: Man Bites Off Patient's Ear
4 Jan
Summary
- Man arrested after assaulting multiple patients in A&E.
- One patient suffered serious ear injuries; another was punched.
- Suspect detained under Mental Health Act after Friday incident.
A violent incident unfolded at Bolton Hospital's accident and emergency department on Friday afternoon when a 22-year-old man launched an assault on several patients. The unprovoked attacks left one man with severe ear injuries, part of which was bitten off, and another frail patient was punched to the ground. Two additional individuals sustained minor injuries.
Eyewitnesses described scenes of horror and panic as the man became irate and began attacking others. A bystander and a nurse intervened to restrain the suspect before security and police arrived. The arrested man has been taken into custody on suspicion of assault and public order offenses, and is being detained under Section 136 of the Mental Health Act.
Greater Manchester Police are conducting a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the assaults. The incident has understandably caused distress among patients, staff, and the local community, highlighting concerns about safety within healthcare environments. Authorities are appealing for any witnesses with further information to come forward.
