Gurugram Air Hostess Alleges Sexual Assault in ICU; Police Investigate
A trainee air hostess at Gurugram’s Medanta hospital claims she was sexually assaulted in the ICU while semi-conscious. She filed a complaint after her discharge, and police are investigating the incident, having accessed hospital CCTV footage and medical records. The hospital stated it is cooperating with authorities and that no allegations have been substantiated so far.
A trainee air hostess admitted to Medanta hospital in Gurugram claims she was sexually assaulted while in a semi-conscious state in the ICU. In her complaint, filed 24 hours post-insult, the 24-year-old expressed her inability to resist due to her weakened condition, noting two nurses present during the incident who allegedly did not intervene.
This case highlights the serious allegations of sexual assault within a healthcare environment, raising concerns about patient safety and staff accountability. The investigation by local authorities will seek to uncover any truths surrounding the claims and the response from the hospital. Medical institutions must ensure that all staff understand their responsibility in safeguarding vulnerable patients.
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