Florida Man Escapes Polk County Ambulance After Smashing Rear Doors And Running From Paramedics
FLORIDA — Authorities in Polk County are investigating a chaotic incident after a man broke out the back of an ambulance and ran off while being transported for medical care, an episode that was captured on video and widely shared across social media.
Man Forces Open Ambulance Doors And Flees
According to officials, the man managed to force open the rear doors of the ambulance while the vehicle was stopped. Video recorded by a driver behind the ambulance shows the individual suddenly leaping out and sprinting into the roadway as stunned paramedics rush after him.
Crews attempted to restrain the man, but he managed to get a head start and continued running. Authorities confirmed that no paramedics were injured during the incident.
Law Enforcement Searches For Individual
Deputies with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office were notified and began searching the surrounding area. It remains unclear why the man was being transported or how far he traveled before law enforcement responded. Officials stated the incident is still under review, and no additional details have been released at this time.
Viral Video Captures The Escape
Clips posted to TikTok and Instagram show the ambulance stopped in traffic as the man bursts through the back door and runs away, with captions describing it as a typical “only in Polk County” moment. Viewers expressed shock and confusion as footage spread across multiple platforms. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact local law enforcement as the investigation continues. Thank you for reading the Saluda Standard-Sentinel.
