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Patient Accused of Assaulting Nurses | Lafayette Louisiana News
A Lafayette man, Marvin Sonnier, 36, is facing serious charges after allegedly assaulting multiple nurses during his hospital stay at Ochsner Lafayette General over a six-day span. He’s charged with four misdemeanor and one felony battery against healthcare professionals — though one felony count was dropped when the involved nurse declined to proceed. No major injuries were reported. Sonnier was booked into jail with a $6,000 bond, sparking renewed conversation about patient aggression and the safety of frontline medical workers. Authorities continue investigating the incidents as legal…
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