Elderly woman left in critical condition after horrific hospital attack
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In a shocking incident that has left many reeling, an 81-year-old woman is in dire straits after a brutal attack in the emergency department of a Sydney hospital.
Police initially responded to an assault at Bankstown Hospital where two women, aged 63 and 58, were reportedly attacked by a patient.
In a horrifying escalation, the same assailant was alleged to have inflicted bodily harm on the mother of these victims, the 81-year-old woman.
The New South Wales Police described the situation: 'It's further alleged the man then choked the woman and hit her head against the wall, causing her to lose consciousness.'
Hospital staff intervened promptly, providing immediate assistance and medical treatment to the victims.
The accused was arrested on the spot and, once medically cleared, was taken to Bankstown Police Station.
The man, whose identity has not been disclosed by the police, was subsequently charged overnight. He was charged with causing grievous bodily home with intent, to different counts of choking and assault occasioning bodily harm.
He was scheduled to appear at Parramatta Local Court last January 5.
It was said that the other injured individuals had been discharged from the emergency department with minimal injuries.
The 81-year-old woman, on the other hand, suffered significant facial injuries and has since developed bleeding in the brain. She remains in critical condition at Bankstown Hospital.
A spokesperson for Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital stated: 'Our social workers are providing support to the patient's family.’
The spokesperson also confirmed that no staff members were injured in the incident, but counselling and support have been offered to those who witnessed the horrifying event.
The hospital is fully cooperating with the police investigation and has assured that public access to the emergency department has been maintained, with no disruption to patient care or services.
‘The hospital is assisting the police inquiries and cannot make any further comment,’ the spokesperson added.
You can watch 7News’ coverage of this story here:
Our thoughts are with the victims of this horrifying incident and their families. We hope for a swift recovery for those injured and justice for this heinous act.
What are your thoughts on this story, members? Share them in the comments below.
In a shocking incident that has left many reeling, an 81-year-old woman is in dire straits after a brutal attack in the emergency department of a Sydney hospital.
Police initially responded to an assault at Bankstown Hospital where two women, aged 63 and 58, were reportedly attacked by a patient.
In a horrifying escalation, the same assailant was alleged to have inflicted bodily harm on the mother of these victims, the 81-year-old woman.
The New South Wales Police described the situation: 'It's further alleged the man then choked the woman and hit her head against the wall, causing her to lose consciousness.'
Hospital staff intervened promptly, providing immediate assistance and medical treatment to the victims.
A man was charged after attacking three women at Bankstown Hospital. Source: MJ La-Fernandez/Google Maps
The accused was arrested on the spot and, once medically cleared, was taken to Bankstown Police Station.
The man, whose identity has not been disclosed by the police, was subsequently charged overnight. He was charged with causing grievous bodily home with intent, to different counts of choking and assault occasioning bodily harm.
He was scheduled to appear at Parramatta Local Court last January 5.
It was said that the other injured individuals had been discharged from the emergency department with minimal injuries.
The 81-year-old woman, on the other hand, suffered significant facial injuries and has since developed bleeding in the brain. She remains in critical condition at Bankstown Hospital.
A spokesperson for Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital stated: 'Our social workers are providing support to the patient's family.’
The spokesperson also confirmed that no staff members were injured in the incident, but counselling and support have been offered to those who witnessed the horrifying event.
The hospital is fully cooperating with the police investigation and has assured that public access to the emergency department has been maintained, with no disruption to patient care or services.
‘The hospital is assisting the police inquiries and cannot make any further comment,’ the spokesperson added.
You can watch 7News’ coverage of this story here:
Our thoughts are with the victims of this horrifying incident and their families. We hope for a swift recovery for those injured and justice for this heinous act.
What are your thoughts on this story, members? Share them in the comments below.
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