On Monday afternoon, shortly before 16:50, Old East Safety Forum Community Responders were dispatched to Menlo Park SuperSpar following reports of an unresponsive infant.
Upon arrival, responders found that the baby had been choking on a lollipop. The obstruction was successfully removed, and resuscitation efforts were immediately initiated.
Paramedics from Netcare911, Emer-G-Med, ProMed, and Pretoria Volunteer Emergency Services (PVES) arrived shortly thereafter and continued advanced life support interventions. Despite extensive efforts from all medical teams, the infant was sadly declared deceased on scene.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who responded and assisted during this tragic incident:
– Netcare911
– Emer-G-Med (Pty) Ltd
– Pro Med Emergency Medical Services
– Pretoria Volunteer Emergency Services
– Old East Safety Forum Community Responders
– SAPS (Brooklyn)
– Mon Ami Trauma Troops
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