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Speaking to the BBC, Dr Bennett said the inquiry was into the death of one patient.

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"The trust can confirm that Humberside Police is investigating allegations of malpractice against a member of our staff," said Stephen Greep, chief executive at Hull and East Yorkshire Hospitals Trust. "The individual concerned has not been at work since the investigation began."

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