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Hospital Security Under Fire | Auckland News
A patient at Palmerston North Hospital’s ER described a chilling incident where a physically imposing man, ostensibly there for a sore shoulder, terrorized others with erratic behavior and intimidating stares — leaving staff and patients shaken. Despite security being on-site, legal limits prevented effective intervention, sparking outrage over hospital safety protocols. This isn’t an isolated case — nationwide, hospitals are grappling with rising violence and intimidation, fueling calls for stronger security powers. In response, Health New Zealand is poised to invest up to $100 million to…
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