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A child was arrested by police at a hospital following reports of a person impersonating a doctor. Witnesses claimed the youngster attended the hospital on the morning of January 19 wearing scrubs and with a fake ID.
Police were called to Derriford Hospital in Plymouth at around 10.30am. It has not been confirmed which part of the estate the youngster was on, nor whether he had access to patients or medical records.
Police have now confirmed officers attended the hospital and a child was initially arrested, but later dealt with by means of 'words of advice'. No further action will be taken.
A spokesperson for Devon and Cornwall Police said: "Police were called at around 10.30am on Sunday 19 January by Derriford Hospital security following reports from staff of a male impersonating a doctor at the hospital.
"Officers attended and arrested a 13-year-old boy. The boy was de-arrested and the matter has since been dealt with by way of words of advice and intervention/education work from the Child Centred Policing Team.
"No further police action will follow regarding this incident."
fullonfacepalmist on February 6th, 2025 at 18:34 UTC »
“Officers attended and arrested a 13-year-old boy. The boy was de-arrested and the matter has since been dealt with by way of words of advice and intervention/education work from the Child Centred Policing Team.”
De-arrested?
I’m innocent! De-arrest me right now!
chickwifeypoo on February 6th, 2025 at 17:15 UTC »
That article didn't really say anything. Did he or didn't he have access to patients and or information!😒
dosmoney on February 6th, 2025 at 17:13 UTC »
Doogie