A Nigerian healthcare worker, Adewale Kudabo, has been sentenced to one year in jail for kissing a patient at a care home in York, UK. Kudabo pleaded guilty to two counts of sexual assault and was convicted by the court.
Details of the Incident
- Kudabo was assigned to bathe the patient, who was in significant pain.
- He kissed the patient on the lips without consent, causing the victim to feel uncomfortable and anxious.
- When the patient tried to move away, Kudabo attempted to kiss her again days later.
Court's Verdict
- Judge Alex Menary ruled that Kudabo abused the trust placed in him as a medical professional.
- The judge sentenced Kudabo to one year in jail, with eligibility for release after serving half of the sentence.
Reaction from the Hospital
- The York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust apologized to the victim and confirmed that Kudabo had left his job at the hospital after the incident.
Impact on the Victim
- The victim suffered from anxiety and experienced flashbacks after the incident.
- The court heard that the victim had trusted Kudabo, which made the abuse of trust even more significant.
