A 37-year-old man has been sentenced to nearly four years behind bars after attacking NHS staff with CS spray inside Aberdeen Royal Infirmary’s emergency department.
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Chaos Erupts Over Long Wait
Piotr Huczynski flew into a rage over a lengthy wait in the A&E waiting area on October 10, 2025. His fury led him to spray a security guard and a nurse with the irritant, sparking panic and injuries at the hospital.
Lockdown and Injuries
The incident forced emergency services to respond swiftly. Two people were hurt, and the A&E was locked down for around three hours amid the chaos.
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Long List of Charges and Sentence
- Huczynski pled guilty to ten charges, including assault, threatening behaviour, firearms offences, and recklessly discharging CS spray.
- He admitted his crimes in January 2026.
- Aberdeen Sheriff Court sentenced him to three years and eight months in prison.
This shocking attack highlights the growing pressure and risks faced by NHS frontline workers.
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