Marsala: Doctor attacked in emergency room

A doctor working in the emergency room of the Paolo Borsellino hospital in Marsala was attacked by a man waiting for medical attention. The incident reportedly began as a protest regarding excessive waiting times, which escalated into physical violence against the healthcare professional.

Local law enforcement, including the Carabinieri and State Police, intervened to restore order. The assailant, a local resident with a reported criminal record, has been identified and charged. The doctor did not sustain serious injuries.

The Trapani Provincial Health Authority (ASP) issued a statement condemning the act as grave and unacceptable. Extraordinary Commissioner Sabrina Pulvirenti and Marsala Emergency Room Director Sergio Sammartano expressed solidarity with the victim, stating that such violence affects the entire healthcare system and the relationship between citizens and medical staff.