A Warsaw city bus driver, Andrzej, performed CPR on an 18-year-old woman who lost consciousness and suffered cardiac arrest on Friday evening.
Emergency Response on Jerusalem Alleys
A dramatic rescue unfolded Friday evening on Jerusalem Alleys in Warsaw’s city center. An 18-year-old woman on bus line 517 suddenly collapsed, experiencing cardiac and respiratory arrest.
Bus driver Andrzej and fellow passengers immediately began assisting the young woman.
Immediate Action and Resuscitation
Witnesses reported the 18-year-old stopped breathing and her heart stopped. The bus driver immediately halted the route and initiated cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), continuing until the arrival of medical personnel.
Witnesses praised the driver’s calm and professional demeanor, noting he instructed bystanders on how to effectively assist.
Critical Condition and Hospitalization
Paramedics continued resuscitation efforts upon arrival and successfully restored the woman’s heartbeat. She was transported to the hospital in critical condition, where doctors continue to fight for her life.
Importance of Rapid Response
The incident highlights the critical importance of immediate response in cases of cardiac arrest, where every second counts and prompt CPR can be life-saving.
Recognition from Authorities
Warsaw City Bus Company (MZA) commented, “Yesterday’s dramatic event, as described below, and the Bus Driver MZA once again saved a human life. Not every hero wears a cape. Wonderful, exemplary attitude of the driver!”
Uniters Foundation Commends Driver
The Uniters Foundation, near where the incident occurred, stated, “Today, near the entrance to the Uniters Foundation, a few meters before the stop, bus line 517 stopped, disregarding traffic. Inside, a young girl lost consciousness, her heart stopped, and the driver rushed to help.”
They further praised his professionalism and calm during the emergency, noting it was his first time performing CPR. They identified the driver as Andrzej and urged the MZA to recognize his exceptional service.
