A West Midlands Ambulance Service technician has tragically died whilst on duty in Herefordshire this morning.
The ambulance crew were on route to a 999 call when an object struck the ambulance’s windscreen at 8am. It happened at the junction of Moreton Road and the A49.
Multiple resources attended the scene, which included two emergency ambulance crews, paramedic officers, the Midlands Air Ambulance from Strensham and two Mercia Accident Rescue Service doctors.
A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokeswoman said: “Sadly, despite everyone’s best efforts, nothing could be done to save our colleague, who was the front passenger, and he was confirmed dead at the scene.
“His crewmate, the driver, was also injured in the incident. He has received treatment at hospital and has subsequently been discharged.”
West Midlands Ambulance Service Chief Executive, Anthony Marsh, said: “This is truly awful news, and my thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends, and colleagues of those involved at this very difficult time. I am enormously proud of all the staff and the university students as part of their clinical placement that worked so hard and professionally to try to save our colleague. I am sorry that despite their best efforts, he could not be saved.”
West Mercia Police Inspector Chris Watson from Herefordshire: “This was a tragic and difficult incident to deal with and our thoughts are with their family and with our colleagues at West Midlands Ambulance Service.
“We are still thoroughly investigating this incident and although at an early stage, we are satisfied that this was not a deliberate act despite some speculation on social media.
“We are continuing to support the victim’s family at this challenging time and would ask that they are given time to grieve and respect their privacy. They would like to thank everyone for the support and well wishes they have received.
“We would appeal for any witnesses to the incident or anyone who may have dashcam footage from the area to contact PC Adrian Davies at Hereford Police Station on 101 quoting reference 101 i 24April.”
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