Sault police on bicycle patrol save the life of man suffering from an overdose
By Darren MacDonald, CTV News, Northern Ontario, September 3, 2021
Photo: Sault Police used Naxalone Friday to save the life of a man suffering from an overdose. (File)
SUDBURY ON - Friday afternoon, Sault Ste. Marie Police Service officers on bicycle patrol downtown acted quickly to save the life of a man who had overdosed.
Police came across the victim around 2 p.m.
The man "was unresponsive and showing signs of an opioid overdose," police said in a news release.
"Officers immediately administered naloxone and began performing CPR. Officers performed CPR for several minutes before the man started to respond positively to the life-saving measures and regain consciousness."
Emergency medical personnel arrived a short time later and the man was taken to hospital for further treatment. He is expected to recover.
“The immediate response of our officers saved a life today,” Chief Hugh Stevenson said in the release.
“I am proud of their professionalism and critical thinking during a time of crisis.”
If you or someone you know is using opioids, get a naloxone kit. They are free and could save a life, police said. They are available at a number of local locations. Find them here.
To learn more about how to get help for addiction, how to dispose of found needles or sharps or naloxone kits; please visit Algoma Public Health.