A 37 year old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after an attack on a nurse based at the Oldham Royal Hospital
The victim, a woman in her 50s, suffered serious injuries following the incident on Rochdale Road and remains in hospital for treatment. Her injuries are believed to be life changing.
Reports this evening are suggesting that her attacker was a patient in the hospital’s A&E department who was angry about being told to wait
The 37 year old man was swiftly arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder. He remains in police custody.
Whilst this investigation is in the early stages, we are not currently looking for anyone else in connection with this incident, and we do not believe there to be a threat to the wider public.
Detective Sergeant Craig Roters from our Oldham district said: “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.”
Jim McMahon, the MP for Oldham West, has issued a statement following the incident.
“We are all shocked at the senseless attack on a nurse in the A&E department of the Royal Oldham Hospital.Our thoughts are with the nurse, family and friends as we wish a full recovery.”
