Rotherham hospital: Man arrest for murder after man dies following fight with another patient
South Yorkshire Police said the man's family have been informed following his death.
Sunday 13 February 2022 21:32, UK
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 48-year-old patient died following a fight at a hospital.
The man died at Rotherham District General Hospital (RDGH) in the early hours of Sunday morning.
A member of staff at RDGH called the police at 8.54pm on Saturday to report that two patients were fighting.
South Yorkshire Police have now said they have arrested a 47-year-old man on suspicion of murder.
A police spokesman said an investigation has also been launched into the death.
He said: "We are working closely with the hospital and will remain on scene this evening as we conduct enquiries.
"The man's family has been informed and are being supported by specialist officers."