Westpac Waikato Rescue Helicopter: Cart Accident

The Westpac Waikato Rescue helicopter was dispatched to Tokoroa later this afternoon, to treat and transport an 8 year old female who sustained a head injury in a cart accident. This was an unusual incident, a result of the patient having her hair caught in the drive mechanism of the cart while being towed by another cart. Tokoroa police will have clearer detail, they where in attendance. Local St John assisted along with NZFS. The patient is now in Waikato ED.

Philips Search and Rescue Trust is a charitable organisation, operating rescue helicopters throughout the Central North Island. Philips Search and Rescue Trust relies on support from principal sponsors and community donations. Special thanks to Westpac. This crucial financial support ensures our rescue helicopters can continue to bring life-saving equipment, rescue personnel and trauma-trained medics directly to the patient. For further information about PSRT visit our website http://rescue.org.nz.

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