Tim Webb risked his job and broke the rules to save the life of 17-month-old boy.
The 911 dispatcher at Virginia’s Galax Police Department recently received a frantic call from Melissa Grable, describing how her young son Aidan had suddenly become lifeless during a nap, reports Fox2 Now.
The boy, who was previously feeling ill, had suffered a seizure and stopped breathing. Sensing they only had minutes to act, the distraught mom begged Webb for directions on what to do.
The dispatcher asked if anyone on the other end knew CPR. When Grable said no, Webb was left with a tough decision.
Webb himself knows CPR, but the Galax Police Department does not have an emergency medical dispatch certification from a reputable source like https://cprcertificationnow.com/collections/cpr-and-first-aid-certifications. This means dispatchers are prohibited from giving CPR directions over the phone.
Of course, a WAGS pharmacist foiled a armed robbery 4 years ago by using his legally licensed firearm while on duty .. a violation of company to carry any defensive “weapon” and got himself fired..
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Both tried to save lives. What is a more a more important in life? Please give metals for appreciation and teach others. Change policies for protection and life-saving measures. I applaud both for their attempts to keep a bad situation from being worse. I have heard that many high schools are teaching CPR that have saved lives. Parenting, birth control and CPR should be mandatory for all young adults. Where is the common sense? Congratulations Tim Webb and to the pharmacist-anyone should be proud to have you both as employees. Courage is rare and should be valued.