Attack Inside Hospital Premises
Mumbai: The Parel police have arrested two men for allegedly stabbing a 26-year-old doctor inside Mumbai’s King Edward Memorial (KEM) Hospital. The accused, identified as the brother and friend of a female colleague, reportedly entered the hospital premises and attacked the doctor with a knife.
Police Custody and Charges
The duo was produced before a local court and has been remanded to police custody on charges of assault and attempt to murder. Police confirmed that the third accused, also involved in the attack, is currently absconding.
Incident Linked to Personal Dispute
According to investigators, the victim, a resident of Nalasopara, had completed his MBBS in Russia and was working in the CTVS department of KEM Hospital since 2023. He had reportedly developed a close friendship and later a romantic relationship with a 23-year-old perfusionist working at the same hospital.
Confrontation Turns Violent
The relationship came to light after the woman’s younger sister informed her brothers. On Wednesday morning, while the doctor was on duty in Ward No. 31, three men confronted him outside the hospital near Hanuman Mandir, demanding that he visit their residence to “settle matters.” When he refused, the men allegedly assaulted him, and one of them stabbed him in the back and left hand, threatening to kill him.
Doctor Stable After Treatment
Police stated that the doctor sustained minor stab injuries and is currently out of danger. He continues to receive treatment at KEM Hospital under medical supervision.
Resident Doctors Demand Better Security
Dr. Amar Agame, President of the Maharashtra Association of Resident Doctors (MARD) at KEM, said that although campus security had improved after repeated protests, staff shortages continue to pose safety concerns.
“We will be requesting the installation of metal detectors at all hospital entrances. However, given the large patient footfall, implementing such measures effectively remains a challenge,” he said.
Previous Safety Concerns at KEM
This incident comes amid ongoing concerns about security lapses in Mumbai’s public hospitals. In a recent case, a KEM Hospital professor was found guilty of sexual harassment and transferred to a non-teaching post, further highlighting systemic issues in ensuring workplace safety for healthcare professionals.
