North Carolina Man Charged in Assault on Hospital Staff
Story Highlights
- Kameron Gilchrist, 25, faces charges of assaulting emergency personnel.
- The incident involved spraying HIV-positive blood into hospital workers’ eyes.
- Occurred at UNC Health Rex Hospital in Raleigh, NC, on March 21, 2025.
- Arrest made on September 11, 2025, after psychiatric treatment.
- The case highlights increasing concerns regarding workplace violence against healthcare workers.
Incident at UNC Health Rex Hospital
On March 21, 2025, Kameron Gilchrist, 25, allegedly removed his IV line and intentionally sprayed HIV-positive blood into the eyes of two hospital employees at UNC Health Rex Hospital in Raleigh, North Carolina. The incident occurred while Gilchrist was receiving treatment for diabetes.
The Raleigh Police Department arrested Gilchrist on September 11, 2025, charging him with two counts of assaulting emergency personnel. He is currently held in Wake County Jail on a $25,000 bond, with a court appearance scheduled for December 8, 2025. The delay between the incident and the arrest was attributed to Gilchrist’s ongoing medical and psychiatric treatment.
New: Man Accused of Spraying HIV-Positive Blood Into Hospital Workers’ Eyes
Raleigh authorities have charged Kameron Gilchrist, 25, with two counts of assaulting emergency personnel after an incident at UNC Health Rex Hospital in March.
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Workplace Violence in Healthcare
This incident contributes to ongoing discussions regarding the rise of violence against healthcare workers in the United States. Hospital officials at UNC Health Rex have indicated that staff protection is a priority due to increasing incidents of violence and threats.
The two hospital employees involved in the assault are reportedly undergoing medical evaluation following potential exposure. Their health status has not been publicly disclosed.
Legal Aspects
Intentional exposure to HIV carries felony charges in many jurisdictions. Legal experts have noted that such actions against healthcare workers may lead to calls for strong prosecution to deter similar future incidents.
The case may prompt a review of security protocols and staff protection measures at hospitals nationwide. Concerns have been raised about the safety of medical staff who may face such incidents while providing care.
Watch the report: Assault on hospital workers: Man sprayed blood, warrant says
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Patient accused of intentionally spraying blood
North Carolina man accused of removing IV and ‘spraying HIV blood’ into hospital employees’ eyes
