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Grim Reaper Haunts Welsh Hospital Roof
6 Aug
Summary
- Man dressed as Grim Reaper climbed hospital roof.
- He stood motionless, holding a long blade-like object.
- He was arrested and fined for causing a disturbance.
A 26-year-old man, Leon Gillespie, was arrested and fined after climbing onto the roof of Ysbyty Glan Clwyd hospital in St Asaph, Denbighshire, Wales. Dressed in a Grim Reaper-like outfit, he stood above the hospital entrance for approximately 50 minutes on June 6th, holding an object described as a long blade. He later pleaded guilty to causing a nuisance on NHS premises without a reasonable excuse. This incident led to a significant police and fire brigade response. The health board overseeing the hospital reiterated its zero tolerance policy towards disruptive conduct. Gillespie also admitted to two unrelated theft offenses concerning cat food and groceries. He was ordered to pay compensation, fines, and costs totaling 350 pounds, with 200 pounds specifically for the hospital disturbance.
