Key Takeaways
- An incident occurred in Kalgoorlie-Boulder where a naked man smashed the windscreen of an ambulance with his head
- The man, in his 20s, was taken to Kalgoorlie Regional Hospital
- The ambulance crew retreated safely and returned to the depot after the incident
- St John WA is investigating the incident and working closely with WA Police
- The incident occurred on Piesse Street in Boulder, where the ambulance crew was initially responding to reports of an injured man
Introduction to the Incident
The city of Kalgoorlie-Boulder is currently dealing with the aftermath of a bizarre and disturbing incident. A naked man was seen smashing the windscreen of an ambulance with his head, causing significant damage to the vehicle. The incident, which was captured on video and circulated on social media, shows the man clinging onto the bonnet of the moving ambulance van and repeatedly smashing his head into the windscreen, ultimately causing it to break. The damaged van was subsequently removed from the scene by a tow truck.
The Incident Unfolds
The incident began when the St John WA ambulance crew responded to reports of an injured man on Piesse Street in Boulder at 10:37am. However, upon arrival, they were met with the unexpected and alarming behavior of the naked man. The man’s actions were violent and destructive, and it is fortunate that the ambulance crew was able to retreat safely and return to the depot after the incident. The WA Police attended the scene at 11:15am to assist the St John Ambulance crew and are currently working closely with St John WA to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Investigation and Response
St John WA has confirmed that they are investigating the incident and will be working closely with WA Police to determine the events leading up to the man’s behavior. The organization has stated that the safety of their crew is their top priority, and they are relieved that the ambulance officers in the van were able to retreat safely and return to the depot without injury. The man, who is in his 20s, was taken to Kalgoorlie Regional Hospital for treatment, and it is hoped that he will receive the necessary care and support to address any underlying issues that may have contributed to his behavior.
Conclusion and Next Steps
The incident in Kalgoorlie-Boulder is a disturbing reminder of the unpredictable nature of emergency response situations. The safety of ambulance crews and other first responders is of utmost importance, and it is essential that they are equipped to handle unexpected and violent situations. As the investigation into the incident continues, it is likely that more information will come to light about the events leading up to the man’s behavior and the response of the ambulance crew and WA Police. In the meantime, the community can be assured that St John WA and WA Police are taking the incident seriously and are working together to ensure that such an incident does not happen again in the future.
