A 22-year-old intern was seriously injured in a stabbing incident at a Brussels hospital. The attack involved a patient, aged 30, who has been arrested for attempted manslaughter on October 3, 2025.
Details of the Incident
The intern sustained injuries from an attack with a sharp object. This incident took place in the psychiatry department of the Brussels hospital known as Brugmann. The aggressor was a patient receiving care within the facility.
The attack occurred during a routine interaction. The intern was engaged in duties related to the patient when the assault happened. Following the incident, emergency services responded quickly.
Current Investigation Status
The 30-year-old patient has been taken into custody. Authorities are looking into the circumstances surrounding the attack, and further details have yet to be disclosed. This incident raises concerns about security measures in psychiatric units within hospitals.
