Vehicle crashes through emergency entrance at Cowichan District Hospital on Oct. 25

No one was hurt in the crash after a black Chevrolet Traverse rammed through the emergency entrance at Cowichan District Hospital and stopped inside the waiting room at approximately 7:40 p.m. on Oct. 25. A statement from the North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP said two paramedics at the scene attempted to check on the driver, a 42-year-old woman, who then allegedly assaulted one of them, causing minor injuries. The woman was then subdued by hospital staff and was apprehended under the Mental Health Act. No other injuries were reported in the incident. The investigation remains ongoing to determine the leading cause of the crash. Anyone with information is asked to contact the RCMP at 250-748-5522. A statement on Island Health’s Facebook page said the health authority’s facilities maintenance and operations team has assessed the area and initial findings show no structural damage to the building’s foundation. “Temporary doors have been installed and staff will be stationed at the entrance in the coming days to support patient access,” Island Health said. ”The emergency department remains open, safe to access and people should not hesitate to seek care at CDH if they require emergency medical attention.”