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Last Updated: 08/09/2025
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Crime

Man admits assaulting nurses at Harrogate hospital

by Flora Grafton

| 09 Sept, 2025
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The incident happened at Harrogate District Hospital.

A man has admitted assaulting two nurses at Harrogate District Hospital. 

Daniel Barnes, of no fixed abode, pleaded guilty to two counts of common assault of an emergency worker at York Magistrates Court on Saturday (September 6).

According to court documents, Barnes assaulted two female nurses at the hospital the day before (September 5).

The 35-year-old was remanded in custody whilst he awaits sentencing at York Magistrates Court on September 23.

A pre-sentence report will be prepared in the meantime. 

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