‘Appalling’ theft of defibrillator puts lives at risk
ByRichard Burdge
Kim Cessford - 31.08.12 - pictured at the stand off between the SDL and opponents of the SDL outside Dundee Parish Church are some of the heavy police presence to prevent trouble
Police are hunting thieves who stole a vital piece of life-saving equipment from a Highland Perthshire community.
The people of Blair Atholl were shocked by the theft of their public access defibrillator (PAD) from its cabinet outside the village hall.
The life-saving devices have been installed in towns and villages across Britain to provide immediate first aid to heart attack victims.
The Blair Atholl PAD had been in place for over a year and was donated by the Friends of Pitlochry Hospital.
Its theft means there is no PAD available in the busy 30-mile A9 corridor between Killiecrankie and Dalwhinnie, and a replacement will around £1500.
Community council chairman Donald Isles said: “I find it appalling that someone should take such an important item of emergency equipment. It could save a life perhaps yours.”
Police Scotland are investigating the theft and anyone with information should contact them on 101.
‘Appalling’ theft of defibrillator puts lives at risk
