A collision incident involved a pedestrian who died despite an attempt on delivering CPR. The incident occurred near Marlee Avenue and Lawrence Avenue. A male pedestrian died of injuries in a healthcare facility after hit by a large truck in Toronto’s northwest.
Vehicular accident
The emergency crews were called to the scene. The intersection is near Allen Road and the Lawrence Square Shopping Centre. The Toronto paramedics initiated CPR and rushed the 40-year old man to a healthcare facility via an emergency run with assistance from the police. Sadly, the man succumbed to his injuries.
According to Const. David Hopkinson, spokesperson for the Toronto Police Service, the injuries of the man were too severe. The driver of the truck that struck the pedestrian failed to remain at the scene. The driver was located by police and cooperating.
Timely delivery of CPR
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a life-saving skill necessary to save a life. You can learn this life-saving technique by enrolling in a first aid course.
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Man involved in ice boat crash given CPR
A 78-year old man died in an ice boat crash despite CPR. The incident occurred when his ice boat crashed on the Bay of Quinte. An ice boat is strikingly the same as a sailboat but equipped with skates or skis to allow it to glide over ice.
Icy ordeal
The ice boat seems to have hit a pressure crack near Rednersville Road in Ameliasburgh which caused the front blade to jam where the boat abruptly stopped.
The witness donned a flotation suit and went out onto the ice to help the pilot of the ice boat. CPR was started and other witnesses assisted in bringing the man to shore. The paramedics took over with the resuscitation efforts. Despite their attempts to save the man, he died. An autopsy is scheduled to determine the root cause of death.
The Prince Edward County OPP are reminding residents to monitor ice and snow conditions before venturing out onto the ice. The fluctuating temperatures can result to varying ice thickness.
Enroll in CPR training today
If you want to be prepared to save a life, it is recommended to enroll in a first aid course. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a vital skill that can significantly improve the chances of survival during emergencies.
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