The Civil Police in Brazil is investigating the death of a 49-year-old man who reportedly was attacked by dogs after escaping from a hospital in Sumaré on February 15.
On February 15, a 49-year-old man was found dead in Sumaré, Brazil, after allegedly being attacked by dogs following his escape from the local hospital where he had been receiving treatment. The man had been hospitalized in the emergency unit since February 12 due to violence-related injuries but fled the hospital around dawn after exhibiting aggressive behavior towards the medical staff. Hospital authorities notified the police about his escape shortly after it occurred.
Surveillance cameras captured the man walking through the streets of Sumaré still wearing the hospital clothing. The local Municipal Guard responded to calls about the man and discovered him with multiple injuries consistent with a dog attack. Despite the immediate arrival of an emergency medical team (Samu), they confirmed that the man had already succumbed to his injuries at the scene. This incident has raised questions about hospital procedures and the handling of patients with aggressive behavior, as well as the implications for community safety regarding stray dogs.
The local Secretary of Public Security has been involved in the investigation, aiming to clarify the circumstances surrounding the man's death and the events leading up to it, including how he escaped and the response by the hospital staff. This case highlights broader issues regarding mental health treatment, the management of aggressive patients, and how such cases intersect with public safety within the community.
