Romon Haque has been sentenced to 28 years in prison after he was found guilty of attempted murder for stabbing nurse Acheema Cherian multiple times with a pair of scissors at the Royal Oldham Hospital. The incident occurred after Haque was denied methadone while he was in hospital for drug and alcohol withdrawal. Nurse Cherian, who has over 20 years of experience, suffered life-changing injuries as a result of the attack, which has highlighted the dangers healthcare professionals face daily in the line of duty.

The court proceedings revealed that Haque was admitted to the hospital under the Mental Health Act just prior to the attack. He initially interacted with Nurse Cherian in a seemingly routine manner before he turned violent. His actions have not only caused significant physical harm to Nurse Cherian but also instilled fear in other healthcare workers about the potential for violence in their workplace. The severity of his sentence reflects the gravity of the crime and the ongoing concern for the safety of medical personnel.

This case underscores the importance of addressing mental health and substance abuse issues within healthcare settings, as well as ensuring the safety of nurses and other staff who are at risk of violence from patients. Such incidents bring to light the need for more robust measures and protections for healthcare workers, who often work in high-stress environments and deal with patients who have complex needs, such as those experiencing withdrawal symptoms.