Sydney hospital patient charged with attempted murder after allegedly setting fellow patient alight
Summary
A patient at a Sydney hospital was charged with attempted murder after he allegedly poured petrol on three patients and set one on fire. Hospital staff quickly put out the fire, and the injured patients suffered minor injuries and are in stable condition.Key Facts
- The incident took place at Prince of Wales Hospital in Randwick, Sydney.
- Raymond James Dungay, 48, was charged with two counts of attempted murder and other offenses.
- Three patients, aged 54, 63, and 64, were attacked with petrol (a flammable liquid).
- One patient caught fire but the flames were quickly put out by hospital staff.
- The patients had minor burns or injuries and are currently stable.
- Police and hospital staff responded promptly to the situation.
- The health district is supporting affected patients and staff and confirmed there is no ongoing risk.
- NSW Health Minister Ryan Park called the incident serious and said he asked for a review alongside the police investigation.
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