Man experiences numbness and weakness on left side, Alachua FL


A 59-year-old man near NW 171 Place is experiencing numbness on his left side, unable to smile or raise his arms. He has had these symptoms for about 20 minutes and is fully alert but in breathing difficulty.
Audio|Source: Gainesville Police and Alachua Fire
00:40
Transcript:
00:00
Section 21RC20, you're responding CBA patient near NW 171 Pl.
00:08
This is accessed off of 171 Pl, off of Canada Road 235A.
00:13
Patient is a 59-year-old male, conscious and breathing, has numbness in his left arm.
00:18
He is fully alert, experiencing respiratory distress.
00:21
Speech is normal, but he cannot smile or raise his arms.
00:27
Symptoms have lasted about 20 minutes, no prior medical history.
00:33
Police are also aware. The whole left side is going numb.
00:39
It's 9-11.
Disclaimer:
This transcript was automatically generated and may contain inaccuracies. Please verify the information independently.
Location mentioned:
Near NW 171 Pl, Alachua, FL 32615
Correct
Incorrect