Lancashire Police have launched a major investigation after a patient was found dead in what authorities are treating as a suspicious incident at Blackpool Victoria Hospital.
The shocking discovery was made on Tuesday, prompting an immediate response from both medical staff and law enforcement officials. The hospital, a major NHS facility serving the Fylde coast, is now at the centre of a criminal inquiry that has sent ripples through the local community.
Detective Chief Inspector Jane Webb of Lancashire Constabulary confirmed the gravity of the situation: "We were called by the ambulance service at 1.20pm on Tuesday to a report of a sudden death. We are now investigating the circumstances and are treating the death as suspicious."
Details of the Investigation
Police have revealed that the investigation involves two individuals known to each other. The victim, a man in his 60s, was pronounced dead at the scene. A suspect, a man in his 70s, has been identified and is currently receiving medical treatment within the same hospital.
The nature of their relationship and the exact circumstances leading to the death remain under investigation. Forensic teams have been working at the hospital to gather evidence while ensuring minimal disruption to other patients and medical services.
Hospital Response and Security Measures
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has acknowledged the incident and is cooperating fully with police. A spokesperson stated: "We are assisting the police with their investigation following an incident at Blackpool Victoria Hospital."
The trust emphasised that patient safety remains their highest priority, though they declined to comment further on specific security measures or whether additional precautions have been implemented since the incident.
Local residents and patients have expressed shock at the news, with many questioning security protocols within healthcare facilities. The investigation continues as authorities work to determine the exact sequence of events that led to this tragic outcome.
