A motorcyclist from Bath who was seriously injured in a collision in June has been reunited with the paramedic who rushed to his aid.
Jerry Moon with paramedic Louise Price | Photo © SWASFT
Jerry Moon, 34, was involved in the crash near his home on Friday 20th June.
The incident occurred when Jerry was filtering past slow-moving traffic and a car ahead unexpectedly turned right into a driveway without warning, colliding with his bike.
The impact caused Jerry to lose control of his bike, resulting in a sudden collision with a gatepost and wall.
Fortunately, South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) paramedic, Louise Price, had just finished her shift and was walking home when she witnessed the collision.
She immediately called 999 and provided urgent medical care and reassurance until ambulance crews arrived.
Once stable, Jerry was then taken to Southmead Hospital in Bristol.
He spent a week receiving intensive treatment for multiple serious injuries, including a fractured ankle, broken ribs, a lacerated lung, internal swelling, and bruising.
He also underwent cardiac treatment, including the fitting of a stent due to one of his coronary arteries closing.
Now back home and continuing his recovery, Jerry and his partner Emma met Louise again at Paulton Ambulance Station on Wednesday 24th September to thank her in person for her quick actions.
Jerry said: “Louise was at the heart of everything that day. Her quick actions and kindness before the ambulance arrived were unforgettable and meeting her again to say thank you is incredibly special.
“I am so grateful to Louise and the ambulance service as without their quick actions, and professionalism, I truly believe I would not be here today.
“You always hear and read about this sort of thing but never expect it to happen to you. When it does it’s a massive eye opener and I’m lucky to be able to tell my story.
“If there’s one thing I’d say to other riders, it’s to always wear the right protective gear. Your helmet, jacket, trousers, boots, and gloves aren’t just clothing – they can make all the difference.
“Things can go wrong in an instant, and the right kit really can help save your life.”
Louise Price, the paramedic, said: “Seeing Jerry recovering so well is incredibly rewarding, and I’m glad we’ve been able to meet again in such better circumstances.
“This reunion reminds me how meaningful this job truly is; supporting people in their most difficult moments and seeing them recover and thrive is a real privilege. I wish Jerry and Emma all the very best for the future.”
Now home, Jerry continues to focus on his recovery, taking each day as it comes, and is determined to get back to as normal a life as possible.
