A crash victim has praised the brave responders who saved his life after he was left crushed between a car and a wall.
Nick Matthewson was hit by a car and had his leg pinned against a wall in a terrifying and life-threatening incident this summer. The 62-year-old was out with his friends, Keith Allan and retired firefighter Tommy Vaughan, in Newcastle city centre on July 9 when he was seriously injured in the smash at the junction of Pilgrim Street and High Bridge.
His two pals and the Newcastle firefighters who rushed to the scene have now been honoured by the region’s fire chiefs for their heroic efforts. They were all presented with a meritorious conduct award from the Tyne and Wear Fire Authority at a meeting on Monday morning, the highest commendation the service can give.
