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"Grief Turns Violent: Man Attacks Doctors After Mother's Death in Mumbai"
In Mumbai, Sameer Abdul Ja allegedly assaulted three doctors at the Hinduhridaysamrat Balasaheb Thackeray Medical College and Dr. R. N. Cooper Municipal General Hospital after his mother died from shortness of breath during treatment.
- Sameer Abdul Ja, 35, attacked doctors in the emergency department of the Hinduhridaysamrat Balasaheb Thackeray Medical College and Dr. R. N. Cooper Municipal General Hospital early Saturday morning.
- The assault occurred after Jas mother, who was suffering from shortness of breath, passed away while receiving treatment, prompting him to threaten medical staff over the incident.
- Ja has been booked by the Juhu police under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, emphasizing the serious consequences of violence against healthcare workers in Mumbai.
Why It Matters
This incident highlights the increasing violence against medical professionals in India, raising concerns about patient care and safety in hospitals. It underscores the emotional toll on families during health crises and the need for better support systems.