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Lecco hospital staff assaulted during emergency room incident
On Saturday, August 29, 2026, a violent assault occurred at the Manzoni Hospital emergency room in Lecco. A minor, accompanied by an adult, reportedly attacked several healthcare workers with punches, kicks, and spitting.
At least five staff members were involved, including a doctor and a nurse who required medical attention for their injuries. The violence also extended to the waiting area, necessitating police intervention to restore order and escort the minor from the facility. The incident caused a temporary interruption of triage services.
Labor unions, including UIL FPL Lario e Brianza, have expressed strong condemnation of the event, citing a climate of insecurity for medical professionals. The union is demanding concrete security measures and immediate action from the ASST di Lecco management to protect staff. This incident follows broader trends in the region; data from 2025 indicated that a significant percentage of doctors and nurses in Lecco had experienced some form of violence.
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ASST di Lecco · Comune di Lecco · Lecco · Manzoni Hospital · Meteo Val San Martino · Polizia di Stato · UIL FPL Lario e Brianza
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Municipality of Lecco has announced traffic changes from August 30 to September 6, 2026.
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