In a recent ruling, Chief Magistrate Paul Goldspring sentenced an inmate for multiple assaults on hospital staff. The defendant, known as Bravery, was found guilty of two counts of assault against medical personnel at Broadmoor Hospital.
Details of the Assaults
The assaults occurred in September 2024 and involved Linda McKinlay and Kate Mastalerz. Bravery was uncooperative during the hearing and did not attend via video link.
Impact on Victims
Jessica Hart, representing the Crown Prosecution Service, highlighted the distressing nature of the incidents. She stated, “This was a violent and distressing incident for the nurses who were simply doing their jobs. No one should ever face this kind of aggression while providing care.”
Previous Offenses
Bravery’s history of violence includes a 14-week prison sentence in 2020. This earlier sentence was for attacks on two additional staff members at Broadmoor.
Conclusion
- Defendant: Bravery
- Assaulted Nurses: Linda McKinlay, Kate Mastalerz
- Date of Assaults: September 2024
- Previous Sentence: 14 weeks in 2020
This case underscores the ongoing challenges faced by health care workers, especially in secure facilities like Broadmoor. The legal system continues to address violence against medical staff to ensure safety and accountability.
