A nurse has been accused of stabbing herself on the grounds of a hospital.
Ayr and Ailsa Hospital were placed on lockdown after Donna Maxwell allegedly claimed to have been attacked around 10am on November 22.
The 42-year-old has now been arrested and charged in connection with the incident.
A major search was launched for the attacker following the incident in which a 42-year-old woman was stabbed.
A police helicopter and teams of uniformed cops were sent to the scene in a bid to track down the attacker.
News of the incident reached First Minister Nicola Sturgeon who tweeted at the time: "My very best wishes to the member of staff who sustained injuries, and to all staff and patients at @NHSaaa in light of this incident."
Police Scotland said a 42-year-old woman has now been arrested and charged in connection with the incident.
She is expected to appear at Ayr Sheriff Court on Wednesday.
A report has been sent to the procurator fiscal.
NHS Ayrshire and Arran launched a significant adverse event review following the stabbing and is providing support to staff.
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