Man Assaults Hospital PR Officer Over Delayed Medical Certificate in Taiwan

A man's impatience over a delayed medical certificate led to a violent outburst at a hospital in New Taipei City, Taiwan. The 28-year-old man, identified by the surname Lai, allegedly assaulted a public relations officer after being told he had to pay over NT$10,000 in outstanding medical fees before he could receive a diagnostic certificate. Lai had undergone surgery at Xindian Cardinal Tien Hospital for a back injury.

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The man, who had outstanding medical fees, allegedly became angry when told he needed to settle his bill before receiving the document.

According to reports, Lai became agitated while waiting for the certificate, which he intended to use for an insurance claim. He reportedly began shouting and disturbing other patients, even threatening to contact the media. When a 33-year-old hospital PR employee, identified by the surname Chen, attempted to mediate the situation, Lai allegedly began punching and kicking him.

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The man, identified by the surname Lai, allegedly assaulted a public relations officer after being told he had to pay over NT$10,000 in outstanding medical fees before he could receive a diagnostic certificate.

Other hospital staff intervened to stop the assault and called the police. Chen sustained injuries to his head and body, including a hematoma on his head and abrasions on his hands. He received treatment at the hospital and filed a complaint. Police arrived at the scene and arrested Lai, taking him into custody on charges of violating medical law and assault.

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Lai became agitated while waiting for the certificate, which he intended to use for an insurance claim. He reportedly began shouting and disturbing other patients, even threatening to contact the media.