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JustABozoOnThisBus

(23,336 posts)
5. This ER is "popular" in winter.
Sat Mar 31, 2018, 02:22 PM
Mar 2018

The staff seems to let people "wait" in the ER entry area just because it's cold outside. Strange to see some psycho get riled because (assumption) he sees a Muslim checking in. Many people checking in are Muslim, as are many of the hospital staff.

It was good to see the video of staff and security jumping in to restrain the assailant.

Ms. Toad

(34,055 posts)
14. I was impressed with the speed with which not just the security guard,
Sat Mar 31, 2018, 03:08 PM
Mar 2018

but other bystanders jumped in.

The attacker was down and restrained, and the woman surrounded and out of harm's way within 4 seconds of the punch. (Although the tape appears to be sped up a bit, it is still impressive)

 

bettyellen

(47,209 posts)
10. Ive seen some incredibly high and or psychotic people in the ER
Sat Mar 31, 2018, 02:38 PM
Mar 2018

In some cases, they give them a choice of getting arrested or getting admitted to ER.

ProudLib72

(17,984 posts)
4. I disagree with suing the hospital. Seems like they reacted quickly and competently
Sat Mar 31, 2018, 02:16 PM
Mar 2018

Poor girl, though. Just checking in, and for a broken jaw! This ape man attack could have done some serious damage.

JustABozoOnThisBus

(23,336 posts)
6. The hospital has deep pockets, so is a good target for a suit.
Sat Mar 31, 2018, 02:25 PM
Mar 2018

Who else should they sue? The assailant? They could win, but he has nothing to pay them.

A lawyer sees an opportunity for a payday.

3catwoman3

(23,965 posts)
7. "...they are investigating whether the attack was based on her religion."
Sat Mar 31, 2018, 02:26 PM
Mar 2018

Gee, let's guess.

The perp either needs to be re-admittted to the hospital for a 3 day involuntary psych eval, or admitted to a jail cell.

GulfCoast66

(11,949 posts)
16. Before watching I was hoping those intervening got in a few blows
Sat Mar 31, 2018, 03:21 PM
Mar 2018

But it looks like the perp went down like a pole-axed calf after the guard slammed his head against the corner. I would guess at least a concussion.

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