Teen Dressed in Scrubs and Carrying Fake ID Accused of Trying to Impersonate a Doctor

A 13-year-old was arrested at a UK hospital after allegedly attempting to impersonate a doctor.

Witnesses reported seeing the teen at Derriford Hospital in Plymouth on the morning of January 19, dressed in medical scrubs and carrying a fake ID.

Police were called to the scene around 10:30 a.m. after concerns were raised about the individual's presence on the premises. Authorities have not confirmed whether the teen gained access to patients or medical records.

Officers arrested the adolescent but later decided to issue only a "words of advice" warning, with no further action taken.

The incident has raised questions about security at the hospital, though officials have not provided additional details about how the impersonation attempt unfolded.