Emergency Chaos in Ventnor as Ambulances and Air Ambulance Rush to Scene
Mitchell Avenue in Ventnor was thrown into turmoil yesterday evening after emergency services were scrambled following a serious incident.
Multiple Ambulances and Air Ambulance Deployed
Witnesses reported the first ambulance arriving just after 6pm, quickly followed by a second. The Hampshire and Isle of Wight air ambulance also touched down at the nearby Ventnor 1 Club, joining the race against time.
Bus Delays and Road Closures Add to Chaos
The incident forced the closure of Mitchell Avenue, prompting Southern Vectis to divert its Route 3 bus service. Passengers faced delays as a result of the emergency response.
Serious Overdose Case Airlifted to Mainland Hospital
Sources reveal the patient, believed to have suffered an overdose, was first transported a short distance with the air ambulance doctor onboard before being flown to a mainland hospital for urgent treatment.
More updates to follow as the story develops.
