Tag: Emergency Medical Services
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Two Injured in Shawnee, Kansas Stabbing Incident
SHAWNEE, Kan. – Two individuals suffered injuries following a stabbing incident in Shawnee, Kansas, occurring on Saturday afternoon. Incident Details At approximately 12:15 p.m., the Shawnee Police Department and Johnson County MED-ACT responded to reports of an armed physical disturbance in the 5200 block of Barton Drive. Upon arrival at the scene, law enforcement discovered…
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Man Transported in Police Vehicle After Stabbing
Over the weekend, a man was taken to the hospital in a police car after sustaining multiple stab wounds at the Burnside and 181st MAX station in Gresham, Oregon. The incident occurred when no ambulances were available in the county, with the closest one stationed in Clackamas County, reported Portland Fire & Rescue. Quick Decision…
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New York City Council Approves Bills for Protective Vests for NYC EMTs
In response to a surge in assaults against FDNY personnel, the New York City Council has greenlit two bills mandating the provision of bulletproof and stab-proof vests for EMTs and paramedics. Sponsored by New York City Council Member Joseph Borelli, the bills also emphasize self-defense and de-escalation training. The decision follows a concerning trend of…
