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Viki Graham Charged After Hospital Attack Leaves Man Critical

4/10/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Viki Graham, 46, is charged with wounding a man at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital.
The 63-year-old victim known to Graham remains in critical condition after sustaining serious head injuries.
Emergency services arrived shortly after midnight on Thursday.
Graham was arrested at the scene and refused bail.
Deborah Willcox, the hospital's chief executive, said staff had interacted with Graham before the incident and stressed patient safety.

History

Historical Context

In 2014, Australia introduced the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards to improve hospital patient safety. Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, established in 1882, has faced scrutiny over its safety protocols, particularly following incidents of patient violence. The recent attack on Viki Graham underscores ongoing concerns, potentially prompting reviews of security measures and staff training to enhance safety in healthcare settings.

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Story summary

Viki Graham, 46, is charged with wounding a man at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital.
The 63-year-old victim known to Graham remains in critical condition after sustaining serious head injuries.
Emergency services arrived shortly after midnight on Thursday.
Graham was arrested at the scene and refused bail.
Deborah Willcox, the hospital's chief executive, said staff had interacted with Graham before the incident and stressed patient safety.

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