Save a life-Stop the bleed
If you come across someone that has been stabbed, there is some basic first aid that will help slow the blood loss.
FACT:
There were 244 recorded murders involving a knife or sharp object in England and Wales between March 2022-March 2023
What To Do If Someone Has Been Stabbed
The most important action if you find someone with a stab wound is to press on it really hard. Ideally take a piece of your clothing off and place over the wound, and PRESS.
Stemming the bleeding will allow time for the emergency services to arrive. Every second counts.
- Check it is safe to approach
- Call 999 as soon as possible
- Shout for help
- Find the wound
- PRESS on the wound
- NEVER remove the knife
- Talk to the victim
- Remain calm
If a second person is present, the emergency services may direct the person to a BLEED BAG if there is one located near by. A bleed bag contains dressings, chest seals, tourniquet and gloves. All equipment in the bag will allow a bystander to take immediate action and hopefully save lives. See the BLEED BAG section on our website for more details.