Florida Nurse Fights for Sight After Vicious Attack by Hospital Patient
LOXAHATCHEE, FL — A Florida nurse is at risk of losing her sight after being violently attacked by a patient at HCA Florida Palms West Hospital, police reported. The incident, described as unprovoked and sudden, occurred Tuesday when the patient, identified as 33-year-old Stephen Eric Scantlebury, attacked the nurse, causing critical injuries. Officials said Scantlebury was detained under the Baker Act due to his erratic behavior and apparent mental health concerns. This law permits involuntary …