Management of the Greater Accra Regional Hospital has confirmed that a security officer on duty at the facility was assaulted in an incident that occurred earlier this week. In a press statement dated February 20, 2026, the hospital indicated that the incident took place on February 18 at about 7:28 p.m. at the Labour Ward.
The officer is accused of being attacked by an 18-year-old man named Gabriel Dimson, who had gone to the hospital with his mother and a friend.
According to management, the young man had been instructed to relocate to the reception area because hospital regulations prohibit visitors from loitering at the ward entrance outside approved visiting hours. According to reports, he disregarded the order, shoved the officer to the ground, and then physically attacked him, knocking him out. Medical personnel on duty immediately intervened, and the officer remains on admission but is responding to treatment.
The Adabraka District Police Command of the Ghana Police Service has been informed of the situation. Investigations are still underway to prosecute the suspect, who has been taken into custody. Hospital authorities stressed that violence against staff will not be tolerated, underscoring the vital role security officers play in safeguarding patients, visitors, and healthcare workers.
In addition to urging the public to follow hospital procedures and work with staff to create a safe and orderly environment, the statement was signed by Juliana Haruna, Head of Public Relations.
