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The Tokyo Fire Department has issued a warning after a rise in violent assaults on ambulance crews. In one recent case, emergency workers were attacked so severely that they themselves required hospital treatment, according to Nippon News Network on 16 June.
The video below is a re-enactment.
The incident occurred in May after paramedics responded to a report of an injured person lying collapsed outdoors. As they attempted to assist, the person suddenly became aggressive and reportedly threatened the crew, shouting that he would kill them, stab them with a knife and make it impossible for them to walk safely in public. The man then launched a violent attack, repeatedly punching and kicking one paramedic more than a dozen times. The assault left emergency workers injured while carrying out their duties.
The video below is a re-enactment.
The incident occurred in May after paramedics responded to a report of an injured person lying collapsed outdoors. As they attempted to assist, the person suddenly became aggressive and reportedly threatened the crew, shouting that he would kill them, stab them with a knife and make it impossible for them to walk safely in public. The man then launched a violent attack, repeatedly punching and kicking one paramedic more than a dozen times. The assault left emergency workers injured while carrying out their duties.
Tokyo Fire Department issues warning after surge in attacks on paramedics - TokyoReporter
The Tokyo Fire Department has issued a stern warning following a surge in violent attacks against emergency medical crews