Bystanders pulled an unresponsive senior out of his truck and given CPR. The incident occurred after his vehicle struck a light pole.

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Vehicular accident

Paramedics who arrived at John Laurie Blvd near Brisebois Drive N.W. found a man believed to be in his 70s in a critical, life-threatening condition.

Edmonton first aid — Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is an important life-saving technique that will surely come in handy during emergencies.

The man was driving a pickup truck, travelling in the eastbound lanes of John Laurie when the vehicle veered across the median into the westbound lanes before hitting a pole along the westbound shoulder.

Bystanders who arrived at the scene found the driver unconscious and unresponsive behind the wheel and started CPR. The police are investigating the incident and roads in the area were closed.

Saving a life

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is an important life-saving technique that will surely come in handy during emergencies. It is recommended to enroll in a first aid course to learn these life-saving skills.

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