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Winchester Nursing Home Attack: Suspect Bailed
27 Feb
Summary
- A 49-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
- Two women, aged 83 and 79, sustained injuries at a Winchester nursing home.
- The arrested suspect has been released on police bail pending further inquiries.
A recent incident at Westacre Nursing Home in Winchester has led to the arrest and subsequent bail of a 49-year-old woman. The arrest was made on suspicion of attempted murder, following reported injuries to two residents of the facility.
The two women who sustained injuries are aged 83 and 79. The older victim suffered cuts to her upper body and required hospital treatment. The younger victim received care for similar injuries at the nursing home itself. Both incidents occurred on Monday morning.
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary have confirmed the suspect's release on police bail. She is required to report back on bail with conditions until May 23, to allow for continued investigation into the matter.
