Winnipeg, Manitoba – A violent incident at a Winnipeg hospital has left three healthcare workers assaulted and shaken, after a patient was taken into custody early Thursday morning.
According to the Winnipeg Police Service, officers responded around 2:00 a.m. on May 1 to a hospital in the 300 block of Booth Drive, where a 59-year-old man was arrested following a series of alleged assaults and threats against staff.
Police say the incidents occurred between April 30 and May 1 while the man was receiving treatment. During that time, he allegedly behaved aggressively and made sexually inappropriate comments toward healthcare workers. As his behavior escalated, hospital security placed him in restraints.
According to police, two healthcare workers were allegedly sexually assaulted during the ordeal, including one whose clothing was reportedly ripped. A third worker was allegedly threatened verbally.
Officers from the West District responded to the scene after the incidents were reported and took the man into custody without further incident.
The suspect is now facing multiple charges, including two counts of sexual assault, one count of assault, and uttering threats to kill or cause harm. Authorities say he was later released on an undertaking.
The Winnipeg Police Service noted that support resources are available for those affected, including Victim Services and the Klinic Sexual Assault Crisis Line.
The investigation remains ongoing.
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