Paul Benson, a 67-year-old man, collapsed from cardiac arrest at Liverpool Street station but was saved by quick action from bystanders, including off-duty medical professionals. After being resuscitated with a defibrillator, he was transferred to St Bartholomew's Hospital for bypass surgery. He now supports the Heart Starters campaign by the London Ambulance Charity, which aims to fund more defibrillators in deprived areas of London. Benson's experience underscores the critical importance of immediate intervention and the need for wider access to life-saving equipment in the community.
Paul Benson, 67, expressed heartfelt thanks to the bystanders and paramedics who saved his life after suffering a cardiac arrest at Liverpool Street station.
Elizabeth line passenger Paul Benson's survival demonstrates the critical impact of timely defibrillator use and the need for improved access in London's deprived areas.
"It's important that Londoners aren't frightened to stop and help... they can certainly make it better. Thanks to their help I've been able to carry on with my life."
"Without a defibrillator I wouldn't be here... my good Samaritans kept me alive until the paramedics arrived."
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