North Carolina Man ‘Aimed His HIV-Positive Blood’ at Hospital Workers’ Eyes After Ripping Out IV Line, Police Say
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA — A 25-year-old man is facing felony assault charges after police say he ripped an IV from his arm and sprayed his HIV-positive blood into the eyes of two hospital employees during a violent outburst at UNC Rex Hospital.
Authorities identified the suspect as Kameron Gilchrist, who was reportedly being treated for diabetic complications at the time of the attack.
Police: He ‘Aimed His HIV-Positive Blood’ at the Victims
According to an arrest warrant obtained by Law&Crime, Gilchrist allegedly “aimed his HIV-positive blood at the victims’ eyes,” striking both employees — a man and a woman — while they attempted to treat him in March.
“On or about the date of the offense shown … [Gilchrist] unlawfully, willfully, and feloniously did assault [the workers] … by spraying HIV blood into eyes,” the warrant reads.
Police said the attack caused “irritation and exposure to HIV”, though it remains unclear whether either of the hospital workers contracted the virus.
Violent Outburst During Medical Treatment
Investigators say the confrontation occurred while Gilchrist was undergoing treatment for diabetes-related complications.
During the procedure, he allegedly removed his IV line and began spraying blood directly toward the workers, striking both in the face and eyes before staff members managed to restrain him.
“He set upon the two workers by removing his IV from his arm, which he aimed his HIV-positive blood at the victims’ eyes, which entered their eyes,” the police report states.
Gilchrist was not immediately arrested at the time because he was undergoing psychiatric and medical evaluation, according to WRAL News.
Hospital Responds to Rising Violence
Officials with UNC Rex Hospital said that while they could not discuss specific details of the case due to the active investigation, violence against healthcare workers has been on the rise nationwide.
“The health and safety of our employees is a top priority,” a hospital spokesperson said. “We are working closely with our security teams and law enforcement to keep everyone safe in the wake of this incident.”
Hospital employees reportedly received immediate medical care following the exposure and are being monitored for potential health complications.
Suspect Arrested, Held on Bond
Gilchrist was arrested in September and charged with two counts of felony assault on emergency personnel.
He remains in custody at the Wake County Detention Center on a $25,000 bond and is due back in court on December 8.
If convicted, he faces up to several years in prison under North Carolina’s laws protecting first responders and medical workers from assault while on duty.
This disturbing case underscores the dangers healthcare workers face when treating combative patients and the growing concern over workplace violence in hospitals. For updates on national crime and safety stories, visit ChicagoMusicGuide.com.