Specialist remanded for alleged assault on staffer at Karapitya Hospital

18 January 2024 04:12 pm Views - 3480

Karapitiya, Jan 18 (Daily Mirror) -  The Onco Surgeon at the Karapitiya Teaching Hospital who was alleged to have assaulted a female hospital staffer has been remanded until 22 January by the Galle Magistrate’s Court.

The incident unfolded during a contentious situation that erupted at the hospital premises.

According to the police, the 61-year-old specialist doctor, who stands accused of the assault, was arrested while receiving medical care at a private hospital. 

The arrest follows a heated argument that transpired on Wednesday morning, where the Senior Oncologist had allegedly assaulted the staff member.

Further investigations are underway.