Getting treatment to a cardiac arrest victim in a timely manner is a challenge. For every minute that defibrillation is delayed, the chances of surviving sudden cardiac arrest decreases by 7% to 10%.*
On patrol 24/7, law enforcement officers are likely to be the first ones able to provide aid. With the proper tools, they can make a difference.
Well equipped patrol cars and trained law enforcement officers are demonstrating this every day.
| Police Sergeant saved by fellow officer |
 | | Off-duty Police Sergeant Mark Vollmar collapsed behind the wheel. A passerby flagged down Corporal Danny Hahn who responded with his Philips AED. + Read the story |
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| Given the chance to grow up |
 | | Struck in the chest by a baseball, Sean Morley’s heart began quivering erratically. Officer Geoff Ruther arrived with his Philips AED and shocked Sean back to life. + Read the story |
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| Ready to respond to a cardiac emergency |
 | | The Rochester Police Department has improved the local sudden cardiac arrest survival rate to greater than 50% and saved more than 100 lives. + Play the video |
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| Vacationer saved by Maui police officer |
 | | Vacationing with his wife, Don McQuinn suddenly went face down in the pool. Fortunately for him Officer Nelson Johnson arrived carrying a Philips AED. + Read the story |
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| Public safety officers save a life |
 | | JoAnne McKeowen has been able to welcome three grandchildren due to the quick response of her local public service officers and their Philips AED. + Play the video |
*Callens D.J.: N Engl J Med. (2004) 351:632