Eastbourne Police issue out Community Protection Warning
Eastbourne Police have issued a Community Protection Warning after a man was ‘abusive’ to NHS staff.
A force spokesperson said: “As part of our commitment under Operation Cavell, we continue to support NHS staff who experience abuse, harassment, threats, violence and other unacceptable behaviour while carrying out their duties.
“Earlier this month officers in Eastbourne secured a Community Protection Warning (CPW) which has been issued to a man from Polegate following repeated incidents at Eastbourne District General Hospital.
"Repeated incidents saw him act in a disorderly, abusive and intimidating manner towards NHS staff, causing nuisance, harassment, alarm and distress; the warning now prohibits him from attending East Sussex NHS sites unless for a genuine medical need.
"The warning will be reviewed after six months and failure to comply may result in further action being taken.
"We hope this action sends a clear message that such behaviours towards our NHS colleagues will not be tolerated, and that robust action will be taken where appropriate to protect those providing vital services to our communities.”