Merseyside Police have arrested a 63-year-old man from Liverpool on suspicion of sexual assault after a female patient was allegedly assaulted at Whiston Hospital. The incident was reported to police at approximately 3:55 a.m. on Thursday, July 2, 2026. The suspect remains in police custody as investigations continue.
Police Investigation Underway
Officers from Merseyside Police responded to the report of a sexual assault on a patient within the hospital premises. A police van was observed in the hospital car park later that day as part of the ongoing inquiry. The force is appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
Hospital Trust Cooperates
A spokesperson for Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust stated: "We are cooperating fully with Merseyside Police, and as such it would not be appropriate for us to comment at this stage." The trust has not provided further details about the patient's condition or the circumstances of the alleged assault.
Support for Victims
Merseyside Police are urging victims of sexual offences to seek support. A force spokesperson said: "If you have been a victim of sexual offence or have concerns for someone you know, call 101 where you will be spoken to by specially trained officers. In an emergency, always call 999."
Victims can also report crimes anonymously via Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111 or through the Merseyside Police website. Specialist support services are available, including Rape and Sexual Abuse Support (RASA) Merseyside (0151 558 1801) and the Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre (RASASC) Cheshire and Merseyside (01925 221 546 or 0330 363 0063).
The force added: "If you do not require immediate police assistance, then you can report rape and sexual assault anonymously via our website. Support is also available through the Police and Crime Commissioner’s Victim Care Merseyside service."
