Quick Action and a ZOLL AED Help Save a Life in Upper St. Clair

On May 22, 2024, a man in Upper St. Clair Township, Pennsylvania, experienced a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) at home. Thanks to immediate CPR by his spouse, a rapid response from local law enforcement, and the use of a ZOLL AED, his life was saved.

When first responders arrived, CPR was already in progress. Officer Allebrand took over chest compressions while Sgt. Lebetz applied a ZOLL automated external defibrillator (AED). The device advised a shock, which was delivered immediately. Officer McAlpine joined in, and the team rotated compressions to ensure continuous care.

EMS arrived while CPR continued, and a second shock was delivered by the AED. Shortly after, the patient’s pulse returned, and he was transported to a local hospital.

This incident highlights the critical importance of early CPR, community access to AEDs, and the coordinated efforts of first responders. Quick intervention, teamwork, and a reliable AED made the difference in saving a life that day in Upper St. Clair.

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