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London man arrested after “frenzied” attack in Medway Maritime hospital

By: Ben Austin baustin@thekmgroup.co.uk

Published: 12:21, 14 February 2024

Updated: 12:46, 14 February 2024

A man has been arrested after two people were injured in a “frenzied attack” at a hospital.

Police were called to Medway Maritime Hospital in Gillingham at around 11.35pm yesterday (February 13).

The attack took place in the emergency department at Medway Maritime

A witness said four or five police cars were called and the entrance to the emergency department was taped off.

She said: “We heard screaming and nurses came running through.

“There was a man attacking everyone. It was a frenzied attack and he seemed to punch a security guard.

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“He then attacked a doctor

“They locked the door to the corridor and someone who I think was a matron told us to get back.

“They then put a screen up so we couldn’t see what was happening.”

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A 22-year-old man from London was arrested on suspicion of assault

Officers arrived at the scene where two men in their 40s and 50s were being treated for injuries.

A 22-year-old man from Thamesmead, London, was later arrested on suspicion of assault and taken into custody.

An investigation is underway into the circumstances and officers are urging witnesses who have not yet spoken to the police to contact the appeal line.

Anyone with information should call 01634 792209, quoting reference 46/24712/24.

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You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111, or by using the online form.

They would also like to hear from anyone who wishes to report they were assaulted during the incident.

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