Shooting of patient prompts Castle Medical Center to review security
Castle Medical Center says it will review its security procedures following a shooting at the hospital last night.
The incident happened about 6:10 p.m., when a 71-year-old Olomana man allegedly shot his wife, who is a patient at the hospital
The man, Robert Yagi, of Ululani Street, was arrested. His wife, also 71, suffered only minor injuries, police said.
In a statement, Castle said:
“Castle Medical Center has been cooperating and working with the Honolulu Police Department in regards to last night’s shooting incident. The police took the alleged suspect into custody. Due to the ongoing investigation, however, and at the request of the family, we cannot release any more information.
“Security procedures are reviewed on a regular basis. As with any crisis situation like this, security procedures will again be reviewed. Police assured us that we do not need to be concerned for our safety based on this single incident. However, we are fully aware and always vigilant that the safety of our patients, visitors and staff remain top priority.”
Police said hospital staff members stopped the husband as he was leaving the room and turned him over to hospital security workers, who detained him until police arrived.
Yagi was arrested on suspicion of attempted second-degree murder. His wife was treated at the hospital for a gunshot wound.
Police this morning said Yagi has no prior criminal history.