The victim, a woman in her 50s, is understood to have been attacked with a ‘sharp instrument’ in a Manchester hospital – as a man, 37, is being held by police on suspicion of attempted murder
A nurse is fighting for her life after being stabbed in a brutal attack in a hospital’s accident and emergency department. The shocking incident took place in Royal Oldham Hospital in Greater Manchester at around 11:30 last night (Saturday).
A man is currently being held on suspicion of attempted murder. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said “it’s believed that a member of the public attacked a member of staff”.
The victim, a woman in her 50s, remains in hospital for treatment for her “serious” injuries, which are believed to be “life-changing” the force said. The Manchester Evening news understands it happened in the A&E department of the hospital and that the victim was attacked with a “sharp instrument”, that wasn’t a knife.
A 37 year-old man was “swiftly arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder” GMP said. He remains in custody for questioning.
An investigation is in its early stages but officers are “not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident” the force added.
The police also released a message of support to the victim’s family and warned of an increased police presence in the area.
Detective Sergeant Craig Roters, from GMP’s Oldham district, said in a statement: “This is a serious incident which has left a woman in a critical condition. Our thoughts are with her family and colleagues, and we will continue to support them throughout this investigation.
“The local community can expect to see an increase in police presence whilst we carry out enquiries, but they are also there to offer reassurance and answer any questions you may have.
“We know that news of this nature will come as a shock, and if you have any concerns or anything you would like to share, please speak to them.”
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