A masked man entered the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) compound in the early hours of the morning, prompting renewed concern about security at a key emergency response facility.

The incident happened shortly after 01:00, when both ambulances on duty had left almost at the same time to attend separate emergencies, leaving a lone female dispatcher inside the building.

The intruder is believed to have been watching the compound and entered within minutes of the ambulances’ departure. He searched through bags and took cash and other small personal items.

The dispatcher was not physically harmed, but was left shaken. The man fled after she began screaming. Police were called and arrived within minutes.

EMS staff say the incident has had a significant emotional impact and have questioned how the compound was operating overnight without on-site security. A security officer was reportedly posted there the following night.

Police have not yet issued an official statement and investigations are continuing.