Hendon Father Thanks Medics After Coach Incident

Victor Arotsky, a father-of-three from Hendon, has expressed his gratitude to the medical professionals and police officers who saved his life following a severe incident near the Houses of Parliament in June last year. Mr Arotsky was jogging when he was knocked into the path of a coach and crushed, leading to cardiac arrest.

The incident resulted in life-changing injuries for Mr Arotsky, including the loss of sight in one eye and hearing in one ear. He spent four weeks in a coma, followed by six weeks in a high dependency ward and a further four weeks in a rehabilitation unit. Police officers performed CPR at the scene, with London Ambulance and Air Ambulance crews subsequently clearing his airways, inserting a breathing tube, and transporting him to hospital.

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Meeting the Rescuers

Recently, Mr Arotsky met with paramedics Scott Lummes, Charlotte Miller, and Caitlin Gray. He told them: "I hope you all realise how amazing you are and the vital service you provide. If it weren't for you, my family would be without a father and husband." He also made light of the situation, apologising for the "massive mess I caused that day."

Paramedic Caitlin Gray described the rescue as a team effort, stating that Mr Arotsky survived against the odds due to the swift actions of the paramedics, police officers, and other first responders. She added that seeing his recovery and his "positivity and sense of humour after such an awful accident is inspirational."

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Recovery and Return to Activity

Despite his injuries, which include partial sight in his remaining eye, Mr Arotsky has returned to his work. He has also resumed a significant level of physical activity, now regularly completing 6-mile runs three to four times per week. He has also joked about his return to the office, apologising to colleagues for taking six months to come back from his lunchtime run.