URGENT UPDATE: An off-duty nurse provided critical care to a seriously injured cyclist following a dramatic crash in Rugby this morning. Emergency services rushed to the scene at the junction of Bilton Road and May Lane at 8:49 AM after reports of a collision involving a car and a bicycle.
According to the West Midlands Ambulance Service, two ambulances and the Warwickshire and Northamptonshire Air Ambulance were dispatched. Upon arrival, responders found the cyclist, a woman, in a serious condition, receiving immediate care from the off-duty nurse prior to transport.
The cyclist was swiftly given advanced trauma support on-site before being airlifted to University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire for further medical treatment.
In a statement released earlier today, Rugby Police confirmed that the B4642 Bilton Road is closed in both directions between Buchannan Road and Prior Park Road as emergency teams continue to manage the situation. “Thank you all for your patience and understanding,” the police urged.
This incident highlights the vital role of bystanders in emergency situations, as the quick actions of the off-duty nurse may have significantly impacted the cyclist’s outcome. The community is now left concerned and awaiting updates on the condition of the injured woman.
As details continue to unfold, authorities are urging anyone with information about the crash to come forward. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as it progresses.
