The man was near death when he was brought in here.
4 seconds sound clip from the Bullitt (1968) movie soundboard.
You can hear this line at 00:51:59 in the Blu-ray version of the movie.
Quote context
[...]
- Do you have Dr. Willard's home number?
- Yes.
- I'm terribly sorry, but there's been some medical complication as regard to my witness.
- But in all decency, I can hardly force the issue.
- Does this mean your surprise witness won't be able to make any statement?
- The man was near death when he was brought in here.
- In view of the attempt on his life, I'm sure you can understand my reasons for secrecy.
- Can't reach It. Bullitt, either.
- I'm sorry, I can't find Mr. Ross's medical chart. It's evidently been misplaced.
[...]