Violence against EMTs is not unheard of in the Big Apple. Five years ago, Yadira Arroyo was struck and killed by her own ambulance after it was stolen in the Bronx.
The man accused of killing her, Jose Gonzalez, was determined fit to stand trial earlier this month. His trial date is Jan. 3, 2023, CBS News reported Thursday.
They're not stupid. Druggies attack EMS in order to steal painkillers from the ambulance.
Oh, I'm sure it's more than the PD. Any authority figure. The NYPD have a lot to answer for, but NY is full on anarchy at this point.
It seems like the major US metropolitan areas are increasingly turning into The Crazies (the movies).
Maybe there's something in the water.
Attacks on EMTs and firefighters have become common in Germany, too.
Always the same clientele. You know, the ones who only get described as "men" or "youths" by journos.
Although around here it's usually not a lone crazy. In typical Muslim fashion they bring their whole extended families.
Here's part of the problem.
I know a few NY pedes, and if I were to suggest anything it would be to get out before it's too late.