An off-duty cop saved a driver’s life with CPR. The off-duty police officer was recognized for saving the life of a driver during a medical emergency that resulted to a rush-hour crash on the Port Mann bridge.
Saving a life
The New Westminster Police Const. Todd Sweet was on his way home when he saw that a vehicle had crashed head-on into a concrete barrier. Sweet assisted an off-duty officer with the Vancouver Police Department and members of the RCMP pull the man from the vehicle.
Sweet started CPR as the others helped clear the driver’s airway, stabilize his spine and direct traffic around the scene to allow the ambulance to approach the scene.
The NWPD officer delivered CPR for 20 minutes while the ambulance worked its way through the traffic jam. In a short while, paramedics were able to reach the scene and the man was rushed into surgery. The man is currently recovering in an intensive care unit.
Although the NWPD Chief Dave Jones praised Sweet’s effort, the constable stated that he and other officers were just in the right place at the right time.
Saving a life with CPR
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