Carrollton Police Arrest Hospital Tech Accused of Assaulting Sleeping Patient
Detectives say a 46-year-old former technician may have targeted other patients during his shift at the medical center on Josey Lane.
By Kofi Costa ·
One patient woke in a hospital bed to find a staff member sexually assaulting them, a detail that prompted Carrollton police to move quickly against the suspect. Ernest Ussin Jr., 46, has been charged with one count of indecent assault by a health care or mental health provider. He previously worked as a patient care technician at Carrollton Regional Medical Center.
Officers arrived at the facility at 4343 N. Josey Lane on Monday after receiving the report. Detectives secured an arrest warrant and took Ussin into custody on Tuesday. He is currently held at the Carrollton Jail, with a transfer to Denton County Jail planned for the near future.
Caleb O'Rear, the chief executive officer of the medical center, stated that the organization was deeply shocked by the allegations. He emphasized that patient safety is the highest priority and confirmed that officials terminated Ussin's employment immediately upon learning of the incident. The hospital is cooperating fully with local law enforcement while the criminal matter remains active.
Police officials indicated that the alleged conduct appears limited to the hospital environment. They noted that there is no known ongoing threat to the general public. However, detectives believe there may be additional victims and are continuing their investigation into the case.
The Carrollton Police Department's Criminal Investigations Division is asking for information from anyone with details related to the incident. Members of the public can reach the division at 972-466-3293. O'Rear said the hospital remains committed to supporting the authorities and ensuring justice is served for the patients involved.
