A shocking new development has emerged in the investigation of two NSW nurses who went on a disturbing anti-Israel rant, claiming they would refuse to treat Israeli patients and even kill them.
Ahmed Rashid Nadir and Sarah Abu Lebdeh, who were sacked from their jobs at Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital in Sydney’s southwest, are now at the center of a police probe that’s taking a dramatic turn.
What’s Happened So Far
It all started when a video surfaced earlier this week, showing the two nurses making shocking comments about Israeli people.
They claimed they wouldn’t treat them and even boasted about sending them to hell. The video sparked widespread outrage and shock from the community, government officials, and fellow nurses.
Police Investigation Heats Up
In a surprising twist, police allegedly found a vial of morphine in Nadir’s personal locker at the hospital.
The discovery was made after Nadir asked a former colleague to empty his locker, but the staff member felt uncomfortable with the request and called the police instead. The vial has been seized and will now be part of the investigation.
Raid on Nadir’s House
On Saturday, police raided Nadir’s house in western Sydney, removing bags of potential evidence.
While police haven’t confirmed what they found, they did say that “a number of items were taken for further examination.”
Full Video Emerges
-Israeli influencer Max Veifer, who posted the initial clip, has now shared a longer, unedited version of the conversation.
The new footage shows the nurses making even more disturbing comments, including a threat to Veifer, who served as an Israeli soldier. The video has been handed over to police, who are considering potential criminal charges.
Consequences for the Nurses
The Australian health practitioner watchdog has banned both nurses from working in the profession nationwide, and the NSW Nursing and Midwifery Council has suspended their registrations.
The hospital has also seized CCTV footage and interviewed other staff members as part of the investigation.
Community Reacts
The scandal has broken trust in the public health system, according to Premier Chris Minns.
Nurses and community members have expressed devastation and outrage at the comments, which have sparked a national conversation about hate speech and accountability in the healthcare sector.
What’s Next?
As the investigation continues, Nadir and Abu Lebdeh face an uncertain future. Nadir has apologized through a lawyer, but separately claimed the incident was a misunderstanding.
The community will be watching closely to see how this shocking case unfolds. Stay tuned for further updates.