Vancouver ambulance stolen during run

By Associated Press

Summary

A Vancouver, Wash., woman who called for an ambulance after her brother hit his head was surprised when the ambulance arrived, then drove off a short time later without her brother.

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Story Published: Oct 29, 2009 at 8:01 PM PST

Story Updated: Oct 29, 2009 at 8:01 PM PST

VANCOUVER, Wash. (AP) - A Vancouver, Wash., woman who called for an ambulance after her brother hit his head was surprised when the ambulance arrived, then drove off a short time later without her brother.

Police responded to the report of the stolen AMR Northwest ambulance Wednesday night and found the undamaged vehicle abandoned a few minutes later. Officers say their investigation indicates a transient in the area may be responsible.

Liz Carney says a second ambulance responded quickly and her brother got the care he needed.