Naked Man Steals Ambulance with Dying Patient, Leads Police on Wild Chase
In a shocking incident that has stunned authorities, a naked man caused chaos by stealing an ambulance that was transporting a critically ill patient, leading police on a dramatic high-speed chase. The bizarre event unfolded in Wisconsin, with police body camera footage capturing the intense moments as officers finally apprehended the suspect.
Chaotic Scene Unfolds as Ambulance is Hijacked
According to arrest records from last Tuesday, Benjamin Feltz, who was reportedly intoxicated at the time, managed to sneak into the driver's seat of an ambulance while paramedics were loading a patient described as 'dying' into the back. The situation escalated rapidly when the door slammed shut, and paramedics looked up to see a completely naked Feltz behind the wheel, ignoring their frantic shouts to exit the vehicle.
When one paramedic rushed to try and remove him, Feltz abruptly took off with the patient and another medic still inside, forcing the second paramedic to jump from the moving ambulance to safety. The patient, who was suffering from kidney disease, cried out during the ordeal, adding to the terrifying nature of the hijacking.
High-Speed Police Pursuit Lasts Over 40 Minutes
A high-speed police chase ensued, lasting more than 40 minutes as the stolen ambulance reached speeds upwards of 145 kilometers per hour. The reckless driving forced several other vehicles to swerve out of the way to avoid collisions, creating a dangerous situation on the road. Police pursued the ambulance through various areas, with the chase capturing widespread attention due to its unusual and hazardous circumstances.
The pursuit came to a dramatic halt when Feltz attempted a sharp turn to evade a spike trap set up by law enforcement, causing the ambulance to crash into a ditch and leaving him with nowhere to run. Officers quickly swarmed the vehicle, arresting Feltz on the spot while he remained naked at the scene.
Legal Consequences and Ongoing Investigation
Benjamin Feltz was charged with four felonies and several misdemeanors following the incident and is currently being held in custody on a $100,000 bond. Authorities confirmed that Feltz did not possess a valid driver's license at the time of the ambulance theft, further complicating the legal proceedings against him. The case has sparked discussions about security measures for emergency vehicles and the protocols in place to prevent such dangerous hijackings.
Investigators are continuing to examine the details of the event, including how Feltz was able to access the ambulance and the full impact on the patient involved. The release of police body cam footage has provided a stark visual account of the chaotic scenes, underscoring the risks faced by emergency responders and the public during such unpredictable incidents.
