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Paramedic Assaulted While Trying to Help in Ohio
17 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Paramedic attacked while responding to call
- Paramedic left with physical deformity
- Incident condemned by rescue workers' association
On the evening of November 15th, 2025, a female paramedic in Ohio was viciously attacked while responding to a call. According to the Cleveland Association of Rescue Employees (CARE), first responders are regularly assaulted while trying to do their jobs.
The paramedic, who was left with a physical deformity after the attack, had her hair ripped out, as evidenced by a photo posted by the association. CARE has strongly condemned this "senseless act of violence" and is urging law enforcement to hold the perpetrator responsible.
As of November 17th, 2025, it remains unclear if the person who attacked the paramedic has been arrested. The incident has sparked outrage within the emergency services community, who are calling for better protection and accountability for those who target first responders.
