the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Newark NJ, a near fatal incident resulted with a lifesaving rescue by New Jersey Transit Police. The officers were on a night shift patrol at Newark Penn Station. Following an anonymous tip, the officers located an unresponsive woman on a nearby sidewalk. A citizen was unsuccessfully attempting to perform CPR.
Finding no vital signs, the officers immediately acted. Officer Hormaza began CPR (compressions), Officer Penalva administered Narcan, and Officer Ruckriegal administered rescue breathing. Together, through their joint efforts, the individual regained a pulse and started to breathe. Ultimately, the individual was transported alert and conscious for further medical aid.
If you or someone you know may be suffering an overdose, do not delay in seeking medical attention. The Overdose Prevention Act protects those who, in good faith, seek medical assistance for an overdose victim. Those persons are immune from arrest and prosecution on a charge of use or simple possession of illegal drugs. The immunity extends to the person suffering the overdose as well. For more info please visit: https://nj.gov/oag/newsreleases13/pr20130702a.html