A 65-year-old Lithuanian man was rescued by Tasmania paramedics after he was stuck between the rocks in the Franklin River, which led to the amputation of his leg. The man is currently in a critical condition at the hospital.

The kayaker remained partially submerged in the water in remote southwest Tasmania after he slipped and got his leg trapped for over 20 hours on Friday (Nov 22). The man has rafting experience of over five decades and was part of an 11-member international rafting trip along the remote river when the incident occurred.

When the medical emergency responders were not able to free the man despite&nbsp;several attempts, the decision was made to amputate his leg at the knee. He was airlifted and taken to the Royal Hobart Hospital on Saturday (Nov 25).

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<h2>The ‘worst case scenario’</h2>

Tasmanian intensive care workers, specialist retrieval doctors, and flight paramedics rushed to the aid of the man.

The rescue team said, “This rescue was the worst-case scenario of worst-case scenarios.”

The man spoke little English, which made the situation even more difficult. The rescuers were able to communicate with the man with the help of a Lithuanian doctor, who was on the trip with the man and acted as a translator.

“We couldn't actually take his mind off the situation and talk to him about his family or, you know, his trips that he's done, so that was really hard,” said Ace Petrie, a Swift water rescue technician with Surf Life Saving Tasmania. He was one of the first persons to arrive at the scene.

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Intensive flight care paramedic Mitch Parkinson explained it was necessary to keep the risk of hypothermia away as the man was submerged in the fast-flowing water.

"Our efforts were to keep him warm as best as possible, acknowledging that he's in a torrent of water, and to keep him fed and watered as much as we could," he said.

"What I saw was an exceptionally strong and robust man that had maintained that through the night into the morning," Parkinson added.

(With inputs from agencies)

A 65-year-old Lithuanian man was rescued by Tasmania paramedics after he was stuck between the rocks in the Franklin River, which led to the amputation of his leg.

A 65-year-old Lithuanian man was rescued by Tasmania paramedics after he was stuck between the rocks in the Franklin River, which led to the amputation of his leg. The man is currently in a critical condition at the hospital. The kayaker remained partially submerged in the water in remote southwest Tasmania after he slipped and got his leg trapped for over 20 hours on Friday (Nov 22). The man has rafting experience of over five decades and was part of an 11-member international rafting trip along the remote river when the incident occurred. When the medical emergency responders were not able to free the man despite several attempts, the decision was made to amputate his leg at the knee. He was airlifted and taken to the Royal Hobart Hospital on Saturday (Nov 25). Also read | Storm Bert batters much of Britain again, at least three people killed The ‘worst case scenario’ Tasmanian intensive care workers, specialist retrieval doctors, and flight paramedics rushed to the aid of the man. The rescue team said, “This rescue was the worst-case scenario of worst-case scenarios.” The man spoke little English, which made the situation even more difficult. The rescuers were able to communicate with the man with the help of a Lithuanian doctor, who was on the trip with the man and acted as a translator. “We couldn't actually take his mind off the situation and talk to him about his family or, you know, his trips that he's done, so that was really hard,” said Ace Petrie, a Swift water rescue technician with Surf Life Saving Tasmania. He was one of the first persons to arrive at the scene. Also read | From picking Vance to blocking Pompeo, Trump junior is calling shots in US transition process Intensive flight care paramedic Mitch Parkinson explained it was necessary to keep the risk of hypothermia away as the man was submerged in the fast-flowing water. "Our efforts were to keep him warm as best as possible, acknowledging that he's in a torrent of water, and to keep him fed and watered as much as we could," he said. "What I saw was an exceptionally strong and robust man that had maintained that through the night into the morning," Parkinson added. (With inputs from agencies)

Lithuanian kayaker rescued in Tasmania after a 20-hour rescue ordeal, leading to leg amputation

Two paramedics from the Denver area, Jeremy Cooper and Peter Cichuniec, were found guilty of criminal&nbsp;negligent homicide in the 2019 killing of Elijah McClain.

The incident, involving the injection of an overdose of ketamine after police restrained McClain, marked the first trial among recent criminal prosecutions targeting medical first responders, as reported by Reuters.

This conviction carries potential implications for future cases, setting a precedent for the accountability of emergency personnel.

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<h2>Background and context</h2>

Elijah McClain, a 23-year-old Black man, faced an unfortunate encounter with law enforcement while walking home in 2019.

The case gained prominence amid protests following George Floyd's death in 2020. Notably, it was the final trial among three related to McClain's death, with an Aurora police officer convicted of homicide and third-degree assault and two officers acquitted in earlier proceedings.

The jury's decision to convict the paramedics could establish a benchmark for how emergency personnel respond to situations involving individuals in police custody. Legal experts, including criminologist Alex Piquero, suggest that such convictions may create hesitation among paramedics, impacting their willingness to intervene in fear of legal consequences.

Prosecutors argued that Cooper and Cichuniec failed to conduct basic medical checks, administered an excessive dose of ketamine, and neglected proper monitoring after the injection. The defence contended that the paramedics followed training protocols, diagnosing McClain with "excited delirium," a controversial condition used to justify the use of force.

The outcome of this trial may influence emergency responders' decision-making processes, potentially shaping policies regarding the administration of sedatives like ketamine. Experts point out that the verdict could lead to increased caution among paramedics, impacting their approach to providing medical assistance in volatile situations.

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The deaths of McClain, George Floyd, and others have led to legislative changes aimed at restricting certain police tactics. Colorado, for instance, now advises against administering ketamine to individuals suspected of having "excited delirium," a move reflecting concerns about its safety and potential misuse.

The city of Aurora settled a lawsuit with McClain's parents in 2021, agreeing to pay $15 million. The financial settlement signals acknowledgment of the tragedy and serves as a form of restitution, though the criminal convictions add another layer of accountability for those involved in Elijah McClain's untimely death.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Two paramedics from the Denver area, Jeremy Cooper and Peter Cichuniec, were found guilty of criminal negligent homicide in the 2019 killing of Elijah McClain. The incident, involving the injection of an overdose of ketamine after police restrained McClain, marked the first trial among recent criminal prosecutions targeting medical first responders, as reported by Reuters.

Two paramedics from the Denver area, Jeremy Cooper and Peter Cichuniec, were found guilty of criminal negligent homicide in the 2019 killing of Elijah McClain. The incident, involving the injection of an overdose of ketamine after police restrained McClain, marked the first trial among recent criminal prosecutions targeting medical first responders, as reported by Reuters. This conviction carries potential implications for future cases, setting a precedent for the accountability of emergency personnel. Also read | US: Court acquits cop who initiated episode that led to black man Elijah McClain's death Background and context Elijah McClain, a 23-year-old Black man, faced an unfortunate encounter with law enforcement while walking home in 2019. The case gained prominence amid protests following George Floyd's death in 2020. Notably, it was the final trial among three related to McClain's death, with an Aurora police officer convicted of homicide and third-degree assault and two officers acquitted in earlier proceedings. The jury's decision to convict the paramedics could establish a benchmark for how emergency personnel respond to situations involving individuals in police custody. Legal experts, including criminologist Alex Piquero, suggest that such convictions may create hesitation among paramedics, impacting their willingness to intervene in fear of legal consequences. Prosecutors argued that Cooper and Cichuniec failed to conduct basic medical checks, administered an excessive dose of ketamine, and neglected proper monitoring after the injection. The defence contended that the paramedics followed training protocols, diagnosing McClain with "excited delirium," a controversial condition used to justify the use of force. The outcome of this trial may influence emergency responders' decision-making processes, potentially shaping policies regarding the administration of sedatives like ketamine. Experts point out that the verdict could lead to increased caution among paramedics, impacting their approach to providing medical assistance in volatile situations. Also watch | US: Ex-Mexican mafia member stabs George Floyd killer Derek Chauvin in prison The deaths of McClain, George Floyd, and others have led to legislative changes aimed at restricting certain police tactics. Colorado, for instance, now advises against administering ketamine to individuals suspected of having "excited delirium," a move reflecting concerns about its safety and potential misuse. The city of Aurora settled a lawsuit with McClain's parents in 2021, agreeing to pay $15 million. The financial settlement signals acknowledgment of the tragedy and serves as a form of restitution, though the criminal convictions add another layer of accountability for those involved in Elijah McClain's untimely death. (With inputs from agencies)

Elijah McClain’s death: Paramedics convicted, found guilty of injecting fatal ketamine overdose

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