YEREVAN, JULY 25, ARMENPRESS. Since July 17 he Healthcare Ministry of Armenia has always provided proper medical assistance to all victims of the police station assault incident.

The ministry reported:

“Since July 17, the Healthcare Ministry and the entire Healthcare system have always been willing and have done everything possible, and continue providing necessary assistance to all citizens. All victims of the armed assault of the police station have received and continue receiving proper medical assistance. The Ministry keeps their condition and treatment under everyday focus. Significant numbers of victims have recovered and have been discharged from hospitals, while others have received outpatient treatment.

We find it necessary to note that wrecking an ambulance vehicle and taking the driver hostage, having firearms and using those firearms in the neutral zone, the gunfire – do not at all contribute to the creation of relevant atmosphere for organizing medical assistance and prevent on-duty medical personnel from their responsibilities.

Taking into account that medical assistance is provided through outpatient, hospitalization and first-responders, in this case 6-8 first responder ambulance units are on standby at the scene. Everyone who has sought medical assistance at the scene was provided treatment – be it gunmen, police officers, nearby residents or protesters. In case of necessity some were hospitalized.

Regarding the issue of providing medical assistance to the wounded gunman, up to this day medical personnel have suggested hospitalizing the wounded gunman to receive adequate treatment; however the armed group has constantly denied the offer.

Once again we ask to refrain from obstructing the activities of medical personnel and creating unnecessary tension”.