Hospital Worker Arrested Over Patient's 'Murder'

A hospital staff member has been arrested for murder after a patient died from a drug overdose in Norfolk.

James May, 76, from Great Yarmouth, died at the James Paget Hospital, in Gorleston, on September 20.

An allegation of medical malpractice in connection with his death was reported to police ten days later.

A Norfolk Constabulary spokesman said: "This morning a member of the hospital's medical staff, a middle-aged man, was arrested by officers on suspicion of murder.

"He remains in police custody at this time."

Mr May died from heart failure, according to a post-mortem examination carried out at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital on Wednesday.

Police are waiting for the results of further toxicology tests, which they say will help their murder investigation.

Detective Chief Inspector Paul Durham, leading the inquiry, said: "We are investigating an allegation that a drugs overdose was administered to a patient, leading to his death.

"We understand that this news may generate concern and it's important for us to underline that our investigation, which is still at an early stage, is based on a single report of an isolated incident and that the hospital trust is co-operating fully with the investigation. "

He said Mr May's family have been informed and are being supported by Police Family Liaison Officers.

:: Police said anyone with concerns can contact Norfolk and Suffolk Major Investigation Team on 01953 424533 or 424528.

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