A 43-year-old man will be charged today (10 September) for public nuisance after behaving violently in a hospital ward.
The Singapore Police Force confirmed that they received a call for help yesterday (9 September 2022) at about 9.20pm, at a hospital.
The 43-year-old man had allegedly punched and used vulgarities on the nurses and security officers at the hospital ward, according to preliminary investigations.
He is set to be charged in court today (10 September).
Potential penalties
According to Chapter 322 of the penal code, anyone who performs an act that causes hurt to a person is guilty of Voluntarily Causing Grievous Hurt.
Upon conviction, offenders could face imprisonment for a term which may extend to 3 years, and/or a fine of up to $5,000.
Persons found guilty of causing hurt to security officers, face a jail term of up to 5 years and/or a fine of up to $10,000.
Persons found guilty of intentionally causing harassment to public service workers face a jail term of up to 12 months and/or a fine of up to $5,000.