Security Officer Assaulted at Ridge Hospital, Suspect Arrested

Management of the Greater Accra Regional Hospital has confirmed that a security officer was assaulted while on duty, describing the incident as “deeply regrettable.”

The attack occurred on February 18, 2026, at about 7:28 p.m. at the hospital’s Labour Ward.

According to hospital officials, the security officer asked an 18-year-old visitor, Gabriel Dimson, who was accompanying his mother and a friend, to move to the reception area because standing at the ward entrance outside approved visiting hours was not permitted.

The suspect allegedly refused to comply, pushed the officer to the ground, and physically assaulted him. The officer reportedly fell unconscious but was immediately attended to by doctors on duty. He remains admitted to the hospital and is said to be responding to treatment.

The case was reported to the Ghana Police Service at the Adabraka District Police Command. The suspect has since been arrested, and investigations are ongoing ahead of prosecution.

Hospital management stressed that violence against staff will not be tolerated.

“Our security officers play a critical role in enforcing hospital policies designed to protect patients, visitors, and healthcare workers,” the statement said.

The public has been urged to cooperate with hospital staff and adhere to visiting protocols to ensure a safe and orderly healthcare environment.