Origin-related casualties are now becoming a regular occurrence at clinics and hospitals around the country.
In the Nationโs Capital, St Johnโs Hospital in Gerehu reported 2 casualties in the morning after Origin game 2.
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An argument, involving a man believed to be from the Highlands region, occurred after the origin match.
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The manโs argument led to a physical confrontation which eventually attracted bystanders and opportunists to take matters into their own hands, leaving the man with severe wounds.
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The second attack involved a young man in his early 20โs from Gerehu, who was on his way home after the Origin match when he was attacked by thieves.
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His resistance to the encounter left him with a knife wound to his chest.
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He has been referred to the Port Moresby General Hospital to stabilize his condition and further treatment.
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All supporters are encouraged to watch the game in the spirit of good sportsmanship and to be security-conscious enough to steer away from such incidents.
