shot-button
E-paper E-paper
Home > News > India News > Article > Doctor attacked with machete in Kerala hospital by father of deceased patient

Doctor attacked with machete in Kerala hospital by father of deceased patient

Updated on: 08 October,2025 05:32 PM IST  |  Kozhikode
PTI |

The assailant, who is the father of a young girl who died recently of amoebic meningitis, has been taken into custody following the incident, said police

Doctor attacked with machete in Kerala hospital by father of deceased patient

Representational Image

Listen to this article
Doctor attacked with machete in Kerala hospital by father of deceased patient
x
00:00

A government doctor was seriously injured after being attacked with a machete by a man at the taluk hospital in Thamarassery, Kerala, in Kozhikode district on Wednesday, police said.

The assailant, who is the father of a young girl who died recently of amoebic meningitis, has been taken into custody following the afternoon incident, Kerala Police further informed.


The doctor, identified as Vipin, was struck on the head and has been rushed to a private hospital for treatment, police said.



This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever

"Exciting news! Mid-day is now on WhatsApp Channels Subscribe today by clicking the link and stay updated with the latest news!" Click here!

Did you find this article helpful?

Yes
No

Help us improve further by providing more detailed feedback and stand a chance to win a 3-month e-paper subscription! Click Here

Note: Winners will be selected via a lucky draw.

Help us improve further by providing more detailed feedback and stand a chance to win a 3-month e-paper subscription! Click Here

Note: Winners will be selected via a lucky draw.

kerala Doctor Attack indian government national news India India news

Mid-Day Web Stories

Mid-Day Web Stories

This website uses cookie or similar technologies, to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalised recommendations. By continuing to use our website, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. OK