A man in his 20s has been arrested
A general view of Newton Community Hospital in Newton-le-Willows(Image: Google)
Five people have reportedly been injured following an incident at a hospital.
A man in his 20s has been arrested after a disorder at Newton Community Hospital in Newton-le-Willows, Merseyside, this afternoon (Tuesday, December 30).
It has been reported by MEN that a man was seen attacking staff and patients with a metal bar just after 12pm.
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A local councillor said five people had been injured but were ‘safe and able to contact their families’.
St Helen’s Police shared on social media: “We are currently dealing with an incident at Newton Community Hospital in Newton-le-Willows.
“A man in his 20s has been arrested.
“Officers remain at scene. We will provide a further update as soon as available.
“Please follow our social media accounts for updates.”
They added just after 3pm: “A 20-year-old man has been arrested in #Newton-Le-Willows after reports five people were assaulted at Newton Community Hospital this afternoon (Tuesday 30 December).
“If you witnessed this incident or have any info please DM @MerPolCC https://orlo.uk/JJUV2.”
Writing on his Facebook page, cllr Seve Gomez-Aspron said: “There has been an incident at Newton Hospital. Around 5 people have been injured.
“All of which are now OK and safe and are able to contact their families.
“Do not speculate on Facebook. The Police have still cordoned off the scene so avoid the area.
“I would like to put on record my thanks and appreciation for Merseyside Police and North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust for the fantastic job they do.”