Naked man allegedly 'stole ambulance with dying patient inside and led police on high-speed chase'
A man in Wisconsin is accused of stealing an ambulance with a critically ill patient inside and leading police on a high-speed chase while naked.
In a shocking incident in Wisconsin, 37-year-old Benjamin Feltz allegedly stole an ambulance while naked, taking with him a 50-year-old woman who was critically ill and reportedly urged him to turn around as she was dying of kidney disease. The chaotic event began when Feltz sneaked into the driver's seat of the ambulance while paramedics were tending to the patient.
The police initiated a high-speed chase lasting over 40 minutes, during which Feltz drove at speeds reaching 90 mph. The chase raised serious concerns regarding the well-being of the patient in the back of the ambulance, especially given her dire medical condition. Eyewitness reports indicated panic and confusion as law enforcement pursued the erratic driver, prompting a community outcry for better protections of emergency medical vehicles.
Ultimately, the chase ended in the town of Pittsville when police managed to stop the ambulance. This bizarre case not only highlights the extreme actions of Feltz but also raises questions about the protocols in place to protect both patients and emergency services. The incident shines a light on mental health issues related to substance abuse, as it was reported that Feltz had consumed a significant amount of floor cleaner prior to the theft, complicating legal and moral implications of the incident.