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Why Was A Baltimore Patient Discharged At A Bus Stop In Just A Gown?

A Baltimore hospital has started an investigation after a distressed and confused woman was dropped off outside at night in cold temperatures. A passerby caught the incident on camera.

Updated at 9:30 p.m. ET

A Baltimore hospital has started an investigation over why a distressed and confused patient was left at a bus stop at night in cold temperatures and wearing just a hospital gown.

A passerby recorded a video Monday showing four security guards walking away from a bus stop next to University of Maryland Medical Center

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