Padova hospital staff attacked; Salerno police seek assault suspect

A 36-year-old man under the influence of drugs was arrested in Padova after attacking a doctor and two nurses in the emergency room of the Ospedale Civile. During the assault, the man also destroyed an ultrasound machine. The incident has prompted calls from the UGL Salute union and local political leaders for permanent, 24-hour police presence in major hospital emergency departments to protect healthcare workers.

In a separate incident in Salerno, police are searching for a suspect following a violent attack on a 23-year-old woman in the historic center. The victim was reportedly struck from behind with kicks, punches, and a knife wound to the neck. The Questura di Salerno has released surveillance footage of the suspect and is appealing to the public for assistance in identifying the individual.