POLICE were called to Sidmouth Victoria Hospital five times this week following reports that a man was refusing to leave the premises. Each time the officers escorted the man out of the building. A police spokesperson said they are working alongside Exm

POLICE were called to Sidmouth Victoria Hospital five times this week following reports that a man was refusing to leave the premises.

Each time the officers escorted the man out of the building.

A police spokesperson said they are working alongside Exmouth Police who have received similar complaints.

He added: "Staff and patients have been affected by the incidents. We would like to assure people that anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated by the hospital or the police.