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Probe after records of boy attacked by crocodile accessed

Cambridge University Hospitals launched an investigation after roughly 40 staff members accessed the medical records of a three-year-old boy injured in a crocodile attack, referring itself to the Information Commissioner to determine if access was legitimate.
The three-year-old sustained serious injuries at Johnsons of Old Hurst last Thursday after being pulled from a crocodile enclosure; Cambridgeshire Police confirmed on Monday the boy was "no longer critical" and in stable condition.
A 30-year-old man from Norfolk was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder but was bailed after being "assessed as not being fit for interview." The suspect reportedly has learning difficulties and had been on a trip with carers.
CUH maintains strict data policies for its 13,000 staff, noting unauthorized access triggers disciplinary action including dismissal. This follows a case last week when the ICO cautioned a healthcare worker for attempting to access records of the Princess of Wales.
Hospital officials are investigating whether those 40 employees had legitimate clinical reasons for accessing the records. CUH apologized to the boy's family and pledged to notify them of findings as part of its formal response to the ICO.

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