CPR was given to an elderly woman struck by a hit-and-run driver. The Coquitlam RCMP are still searching for a suspect in a hit-and-run that left an 85-year old woman dead.

Danger on the road

The woman was struck by a vehicle in the driveway of a home-based business on Austin Avenue near Schoolhouse Street. After the incident, the driver left the scene. The woman was transported to Royal Columbian Hospital in critical condition and later succumbed to her injuries. The identity of the woman has not been confirmed.

Edmonton first aid — The timely delivery of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can save a life.

According to a neighbor, he attempted to perform CPR to the woman before the arrival of the emergency crews. Trevor Stewart stated that he heard a scream and looked over to see a vehicle backing up in the home’s driveway before hearing another scream.

He ran over to the house to find the elderly woman who he said lives at the home with her son and who often prays and walks in the yard.

When he saw her red scarf and her clothes, he knew it was her. He went inside the house to check if anybody was there and could not find anybody. He ran back outside and started CPR.

Immediate intervention

The timely delivery of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can save a life. As a life-saving technique, it significantly improves the chances of survival during emergencies. You should enroll in a first aid course to be prepared.

For more information about this story, click here to read now.