Man Charged with Attempted Murder After Nurse Stabbed in Manchester Hospital
A 37-year-old man named Rumon Haque has been charged with attempted murder following a stabbing incident involving a nurse at the Royal Oldham Hospital in Greater Manchester. The attack occurred around 11:30 PM on Saturday night when the nurse was working in the acute medicine ward. She currently remains in critical condition, having suffered "life-changing" injuries from the assault, reportedly carried out with a pair of scissors.
The police confirmed that Haque has also been charged with possession of a bladed article and is remanded in custody. He is scheduled to appear at Manchester magistrates court on Tuesday.
Heather Caudle, chief nursing officer at Northern Care Alliance NHS foundation trust, expressed the shock and sadness felt by staff in the aftermath of the incident. She emphasized the support being provided to the injured nurse, her family, and all staff affected by the distressing event.
Detective Superintendent Matt Walker from Greater Manchester Police conveyed heartful thoughts for the nurse as she receives treatment and reiterated the commitment to support her, her family, and her colleagues during this challenging time.
The local MP, Jim McMahon, extended his wishes for the nurse’s swift recovery, highlighting the community’s concern. This incident has underscored growing concerns regarding violence against NHS staff; a 2023 NHS staff survey indicated that 13.7% of employees had experienced physical violence in the previous year, a figure that rises to 27.6% among ambulance staff.
All services at the Royal Oldham Hospital remain operational post-incident.
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