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A man in his 30s, convicted of attempted murder, escaped from Haukeland University Hospital in Bergen, Norway, on the night of March 8, 2026. He was apprehended hours later at a hotel in Bergen city center, along with two other men who are now suspected of aiding his escape. The incident has prompted a review of security protocols at both Haukeland Hospital and Bergen Prison.

Escape and Apprehension

The man, who was receiving medical treatment at Haukeland, managed to flee from the custody of two prison officers around 12:30 AM on Monday. Police initiated a search and located the escapee at the Thon Hotel Rosenkrantz at approximately 2:45 AM. Two individuals, a man in his 30s and another in his 20s, were also arrested at the scene, suspected of assisting in the escape. Bergensavisen reported the details of the apprehension.

Investigation and Charges

Police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the escape, including how the man was able to leave the hospital despite being accompanied by prison officers. NRK reports that police prosecutor Martina Uksanovic stated that it is standard procedure to have guards present during planned hospital visits for inmates, and the incident is being taken seriously. The two men suspected of aiding the escape face potential charges, which could carry a higher penalty than the escape attempt itself.

Prison Response

Harald Åsaune, the warden at Bergen Prison, expressed regret over the incident, stating that such escapes are rare. The prison is conducting a thorough review to determine if any preventative measures could have been taken. Nettavisen detailed the prison’s response.

Further Steps

The escapee has been returned to Bergen Prison and will continue to receive medical care there. The two suspects remain in custody, and police are continuing their investigation. Authorities are collaborating to understand how the escape occurred and to prevent similar incidents in the future.