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Nurse Stabbed: Attacker Gets 28 Years
11 Feb
Summary
- Nurse Acheema Cherian was stabbed by Romon Haque at Royal Oldham Hospital.
- The attack occurred after Haque was refused methadone.
- Haque received a 28-year sentence for attempted murder.
Romon Haque has been sentenced to a 28-year extended sentence for attempted murder after a vicious attack on nurse Acheema Cherian. The incident took place at Royal Oldham Hospital on January 11, 2025, when Haque, who was being treated for drink and drug withdrawal, demanded methadone. Nurse Cherian, who had 20 years of experience, informed him he could not have more medication for several hours.
Haque then produced a pair of scissors and repeatedly stabbed Mrs. Cherian in the head, neck, and wrist. The court heard that the nurse feared for her life and suffered permanent damage to her hand while defending herself. She has since returned to work but experiences psychological trauma.
At the time of the attack, Haque was suffering from psychosis. He was found fit to stand trial and subsequently convicted of attempted murder and possession of a bladed article. Judge Maurice Greene described the attack as 'determined and targeted' and highlighted Haque's history of violence. He received 22 years in prison with an additional six years on license.
