Police said a man in his 20s has been detained at Newton Community Hospital in Newton-le-Willows, Merseyside, earlier this afternoon
A man has been arrested after five people were injured during an ‘incident’ at a busy hospital.
Witnesses at Newton Community Hospital in Newton-le-Willows, Merseyside, reported the incident breaking out just after noon. Police remain on the scene.
St Helen’s Police posted on X: “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.”
Writing on his Facebook page, Councillor 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.”
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