Incident report

Buxton Mountain Rescue Team called to assist East Midlands Ambulance Service following a report of a cycling accident on The Monsal Trail between Millers Dale and Monsal Head.

A 63 year old gentleman from New Mills had fallen from his cycle and sustained a suspected arm fracture whilst riding in the company of his son.  The Leicestershire, Derbyshire and Rutland Air-ambulance was also scrambled and the crew, including a doctor, were first on scene.

There was no real work for the rescue team as a land ambulance was also able to get to the casualty site.  The team stood down after returning the casualty’s cycle to his car.

Photo:  Team members look on as the Air-ambulance crew treat the casualty.