EMT Officer Injured in Hit-and-Run While Entering Company Vehicle

An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is recovering at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run incident.

Information reaching Antigua.news indicates that the EMT officer was attempting to enter a company vehicle when she was hit by a passing motorist. The driver reportedly failed to stop after the collision and fled the scene.

The injured EMT received emergency assistance and was transported to the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre, where she remains in stable condition while undergoing treatment.

The incident has raised concern among fellow emergency responders and members of the public, given the victim’s role as a frontline healthcare worker dedicated to providing emergency care to others.

Police are expected to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision and are appealing for information that may help identify the driver responsible.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that could assist investigators is encouraged to contact the nearest police station.

The matter remains under investigation.